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

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.

Positive self-esteem isn’t a destination, it’s a journey. Your journey to greater confidence and self assurance needs encouragement and nurturing – just as we nurture our children, or how the ground nurtures a growing seedling. If you’re struggling with a negative body image, low confidence, or just want to feel more optimistic on a day-to-day […]

When you’re feeling trapped, it can seem as though you have no control over your life. In turn, this can damage your self-esteem, and low self-esteem can exacerbate the problem. It becomes a bit of a negative cycle, and it can feel like there’s no way out, but it is possible to escape this feeling […]

Some days, life can be tough. It’s easy to forget all the good things we have going for us and focus on the negatives – particularly when things always seem to be going wrong. But there is a way to turn this around, and it’s a powerful one. By focusing on the good things in […]

“Think happy thoughts.”  Easier said than done though, right? Especially when that sneaky, negative voice decides to take over. There you are, minding your own business, reciting your positive affirmations… Until your brain pipes up with its two-pence worth, and you slide back into those unhelpful thinking habits. Bam. Happy thoughts, be gone.  Fortunately, understanding […]

A lack of confidence can be annoying at best, stopping us from asking questions for fear of being laughed at. At worst, it’s debilitating; crushing what little self-esteem we’re desperately holding onto. But lack of confidence and self-esteem often go hand-in-hand, causing us to hold ourselves back. To hide, and to withdraw from the world.  […]

Break free from the trap of body checking and overcome negative body image. Empower yourself and learn to embrace self-love and confidence 💪

So does gratitude really help to build self-esteem?  Many of us believe that practicing gratitude improves our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. But how exactly does gratitude contribute to building self-esteem?  If you’re curious about how gratitude can enhance your self-esteem and boost your self-confidence, then your in the right place. In this blog, we […]

Ever wondered why we often overlook the importance of practising self-care in our lives? Well, here’s your chance to uncover the secrets and learn how you can make self-care a top priority with these awesome tips!

We live in a world that puts a lot of emphasis on perfection. From airbrushed magazine covers to carefully curated social media feeds. So it’s far too easy to feel like you’re not measuring up to some impossible standard of beauty and success.  As a result, you might spend a lot of time and energy […]