In the moments of something hard happening in life like struggle, disappointment, failure, heartbreak, or making a critical decision, it is not just the loss of trust in others we feel, but the loss of trust we have in ourself.
We start to doubt and question everything and the internal chatter begins - we overthink.
When assisting our patients with relearning to trust in themselves and their bodies we encourage the following:
Remember boundaries - their own and others. Know what is and what is not okay and if unclear, ask. Be willing to say no.
Be reliable - do what we say we will do, be aware of our limitations, don’t overpromise and balance priorities.
Remain accountable to self and others. If we make a mistake, own it, learn and grow with it, apologise and make amends, forgive.
Keep other’s stories safe - don’t share information or experiences that are not ours to share, and be confident in who we are sharing our own stories with.
Maintain integrity - choose courage over comfort. Choose right over fun, fast or easy. Are we practicing our values or just professing them?
Feel confident with non judgement. Ask for what we need at the same time allowing others to ask for what they need. Speak and hear without judging the moment.
Be generous to our self and in our interpretation to the intentions, words, and actions of others.
When we are able to be brave in these connections with others, then self trust is being brave in self love.
It allows us to show up for ourselves and others.
Healthy Gut, Healthy Mind, Healthy Life.