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

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I thought I’d feel different by now”? Maybe you overhauled your routine. Got on top of things for a while. Lost weight, or finally started exercising consistently. Landed the job, finished the project, sorted the thing you’d been putting off for months. For a while, it felt good. The […]

Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I’ll feel good enough when…”? I’ll feel good enough when they like me, better when I lose weight, more confident when I’ve sorted myself out and will finally like myself when things are different. Most women have some version of this thought. It might not always sound exactly the […]

Sometimes its hard to know whats having the biggest impact! How you feel about your body, your self-esteem or your ADHD traits. And that’s exactly what I want us to think about, starting with when your negative body thoughts taking the lead… Have you ever been getting dressed and felt your mood shift before the […]

For many people, putting yourself first sounds simple in theory and deeply uncomfortable in practice. Do you feel tired, stretched, or in need of rest? You might even know exactly what would help. And yet, choosing yourself can bring up guilt, hesitation, or a quiet sense that you’re doing something wrong. This isn’t because you […]

Social media has become such a normal part of everyday life that we rarely stop to question what it’s doing to us. Whether it’s the first thing you check in the morning, something you scroll through on a break at work, or what you reach for in the evening when you’re tired and switching off, […]

That uncomfortable feeling of rejection often starts small. A text you thought you’d hear back from doesn’t come. A message sits unread longer than expected. Someone’s tone feels flatter than usual. And suddenly your stomach drops. Your mind starts racing. Did I say something wrong? Am I coming on too strong? Are they irritated with […]

We can’t just wake up one day, decide we want to boost our self esteem and as if my magic it happens. Would be nice if it did. Instead, it happens through small, consistent daily habits that build up over time. Like strengthening a muscle, the more we practice self-supporting behaviours, the stronger our confidence […]

Do you start the New Year hoping to feel more confidence and happiness in the coming year? As the new year begins, it’s easy to dive in with ambitious plans to change how you feel about yourself, spend more time on self-care, or finally achieve the confidence and self-worth you’ve been seeking. Yet, by February, […]

Setting boundaries is more than just saying ‘no.’ Learn how to establish meaningful boundaries aligned with your values, and take steps to prioritise your well-being and relationships. Dive into Natalie Trusdale’s guide for actionable tips and insights.