I'll never forget the day when I finally realized that the only validation I ever needed was staring back at me in the mirror.

That breakthrough moment led me on a transformative journey toward true self-confidence, which I'll share with you in this ep. I talk about my own struggle with self-doubt, the rocky road to self-acceptance and the tools that helped me build a rock-solid relationship with myself.

From the grips of past traumas to the liberation of self-trust, this is a candid conversation about the strategies that changed the game—not only for me but for numerous clients who have since found their own confidence and self-trust.

We're not just talking about good vibes here; we're digging into practical, actionable techniques to tame the chaos of the mind and find peace within.

Learn about the power of thought observation, emotional intelligence, and the daily practices like meditation and brain dumps that grant mastery over the whirlwind of thoughts and feelings.

I'll also discuss the path to emotional safety and the inner strength that comes from validating oneself, rather than seeking it externally.

This episode is more than just tips and tricks; it's a potent guide to nurturing that all-important friendship with yourself, which is the cornerstone of living with unwavering confidence.

Whether you're riding high or trudging through a tough spot, this is the pep talk you need to embrace the fullness of who you are and let your inner confidence shine.

Highlights:

- life is 50% good, 50% bad
- shaming yourself vs supporting yourself
- If it's out of your control, it doesn't control your confidence
- why unshakeable confidence comes from unconditional self-acceptance
- building a really strong sense of self
- why short term hits of confidence don't work

Step 1: Thoughts - kill your confidence. Observe your thoughts to own your confidence. How to overcome limiting beliefs creating a lack of confidence.

Step 2: Emotions - how to sit with emotional pain and not push down emotions. Stop gaslighting yourself, start validating yourself. Turn inwards and stop running away from yourself. How I created emotional safety, even with my Complex trauma.

Step 3: Actions - consistency and keeping small promises to yourself!! So simple but so effective! Confidence comes from consistency - it is a skill.