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May 25
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45. Build Your Confidence and Self Worth

Embodied Self Therapy
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In this episode of Healing CPTSD, we’re unpacking what it really means to build confidence and self worth (spoiler alert: it’s not loud, performative, or fake-it-til-you-make-it energy).

We’ll explore why confidence can feel so out of reach for trauma survivors, and the deeper layers of self-trust, inner safety, and authenticity that underpin it. As always, you’ll also get practical, body-based strategies to support you in building your self-confidence.

Themes explored:

  • Why trauma disrupts our sense of confidence

  • How to rebuild trust in yourself and your choices

    • The role of the body and nervous system in confidence
    • Simple daily practices to nurture self-worth
    • How safe risk-taking supports long-term healing

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