The Natalie Trusdale Blog: self-esteem building articles for your growth

Are your affirmations falling flat? Discover common mistakes and effective alternatives to supercharge your personal growth journey.

Body acceptance is such an important practice that involves embracing and loving your body for exactly what it is, without any judgement or criticism, regardless of its shape, size, or appearance. It’s a crucial aspect of overall self-acceptance that can greatly benefit your mental health, self-esteem, and relationships. However, we understand that building body acceptance is not always an easy journey, especially in a society that tends to value certain body types and beauty standards. It takes time, patience, and self-compassion, but we believe that with the right tools and mindset, anyone can cultivate a more positive and loving relationship with their body.

“Fear is a natural emotion that affects us all, but it can also hold us back from reaching our goals and living our best life. Whether it’s fear of failure, public speaking, or the unknown, it’s important to understand the root of your fears and learn how to overcome them.

Creating a positive environment is essential for fostering healthy self-esteem and overall well-being. Our surroundings play a crucial role in shaping our thoughts, feelings, and attitudes towards ourselves. A positive environment can serve as a source of support, encouragement, and motivation, while a negative one can bring us down and affect our self-esteem. In this blog, we will explore various ways to create a positive environment that will support and enhance your self-esteem. From simple changes in your daily routine to incorporating positive affirmations, we will show you how to promote a positive and supportive environment for a healthier self-image.

Do you struggle with self-belief? Perhaps you find it hard to believe that you can feel more confident, make that change or achieve that goal. Having self-belief motivates you to explore your potential and achieve your dreams, but so many of us are lacking in self-belief.

5 Questions to make 2023 a year of true confidence and happiness.

While you might be tempted to set some radical new years resolutions as you dive into 2023, I want you to pause and think about what goals you’re setting and why you’re actually setting them.

How do you develop a positive mindset? Where does mindset begin? This blog tells you what you need to know about developing positive mindset.

Do you find the idea of being self-compassionate difficult?

Whether it’s struggling to ‘bounce back’ from a setback, shaming yourself when you make a mistake at work, telling yourself you’re the worse parent ever if you shout at your children or call yourself names when you look in the mirror and aren’t happy with what you see.

Do you find yourself constantly picking fault with yourself, from your appearance to your parenting skills?

If you’ve ever tried to ‘be more positive’, you’ll know that trying to silence your inner critic is hard, I know it was for me. So how do we actually do it?

Comparisons can be used by some as a motivator, but for most women its main outcome is low self-esteem, poor body image and reduced happiness. So today lets explore why we get trapped in negative comparison cycles and how we can protect ourselves from the dangers of social comparison.