Lost Trust in Yourself? Here’s How to Get It Back
Small steps that make a big difference
When we think about trust, our minds often jump to the trust we place in others—the faith we invest in friends, partners, colleagues, and even strangers. We work hard to build these bonds, hoping to be seen as reliable and trustworthy in return. But while we pour so much energy into earning the trust of others, there’s one form of trust we often overlook: the trust we have in ourselves.
Self-trust isn’t about confidence or self-esteem. It’s the belief that we have our own backs—that when life gets messy or uncertain, we won’t leave ourselves behind. It’s not just trusting in our strengths; it’s knowing we’ll stand by ourselves even when things feel unclear or difficult. In that sense, self-trust is an antidote to self-abandonment.