Let’s be real, though: Trusting yourself is often easier said than done. That can be especially true for individuals who have experienced trauma or gaslighting. And no wonder; being repeatedly invalidated and made to question your sanity can do a number on your ability to have faith in yourself.
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“Self-trusting people are able to manage the unknown with confidence, accept responsibility for the consequences of their actions and do so without overanalyzing or doubting themselves,” Dr. Shannon Franklin, PsyD, a licensed psychologist with Element Q Healing, tells Parade.
Having confidence in your judgment and ability to make good decisions.Making consistent choices.Having a clear idea of your boundaries.Relying on an internal sense of what feels “right” rather than constantly seeking approval from others.
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When Is Self-Trust Important?
“People are able to take action in their lives with confidence (as opposed to fear of uncertainty) and pursue self-improvement instead of seeking validation from others,” Dr. Franklin explains.
“It can contribute to an individual’s ability to be authentic, resilient and complete commitments both personally and professionally,” she adds.
Want to check your self-trust level or increase it? Check out the following phrases that “self-trusters” commonly say, either to themselves or out loud.
2. “I’ll make my decision, and then I will be able to adjust if that is what is needed”
Phrases like this may arise when changing jobs, for example.
With the changing jobs example, that might look like taking a higher-paying job and then adjusting to a busier work schedule.
Simply put, people who trust themselves also believe in themselves, whether it’s their ability to get something done, listen to their inner compass, make a decision or handle a tough situation.
4. “I am accountable for my actions”
People with self-trust acknowledge what they're personally responsible for—even if it led to undesirable results.
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6. “I am aware of what is important to me and will act accordingly”
Knowing your core values is key to high self-trust. A phrase like this suggests you’re in sync.
For example, you might say “no” to a night at the bar if you’re sober, or refuse to engage in gossip if you know that you always feel guilty after partaking in it.
7. “It’s OK to refuse an invitation or opportunity”
“[This phrase] shows you are able to draw lines around what is acceptable for you, to maintain your sense of well-being, to honor those limits and to do so without feeling guilty,” Dr. Franklin says.
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