Rebuilding Self-Trust: ADHD and the Power of Believing in Yourself

Authentically ADHD with Carmen

Self-trust is one of the most challenging struggles for adults with ADHD—but it’s also one of the most powerful skills you can develop. In this episode of Authentically ADHD, we break down what self-trust really means, why ADHD makes it so difficult, and how to start rebuilding it in a way that works for your brain.

We’ll bust common myths about self-trust—like the idea that it means always being confident, making perfect decisions, or following through flawlessly. Then, we’ll redefine self-trust as a relationship with yourself, built through small, consistent actions over time.

You’ll also learn 10 practical strategies to strengthen self-trust, from starting small and tracking wins to using external supports and practicing self-compassion. If you’ve ever felt like you “can’t trust yourself” because of past struggles, this episode will help you shift your perspective and give you actionable tools to start rebuilding that trust today.

Key Takeaways:🔹 Self-trust isn’t about perfection—it’s about knowing you can handle whatever happens.🔹 ADHD makes traditional follow-through harder, but that doesn’t mean you’re unreliable.🔹 Small wins, external supports, and self-compassion are key to strengthening self-trust.🔹 You can rebuild trust with yourself—one small, kept promise at a time.

Tune in to learn how to rebuild self-trust and start believing in yourself again—because you deserve it.

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