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

Social comparison is something most of us do automatically, often without even noticing. It can happen while scrolling, when you catch your reflection in a shop window, or when you’re standing next to someone and suddenly become acutely aware of your own body. One small moment, and your attention shifts. You start assessing. Measuring. Judging. […]

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, […]

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.

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.

Is social media really harming our self-esteem? Is it possible that, when we swipe our finger against glass in the evening with a glass of wine, we’re doing irreparable damage to our self-esteem? And what are the negative effects of social media on our confidence?