Trust isn’t something that magically returns overnight. It’s something you slowly rebuild, moment by moment, especially after years of second-guessing yourself or feeling like your decisions were never fully your own.
That’s the season I’m in—relearning how to trust me.
Starting over at 47 has meant unpacking a lot of old stories. Stories where I stayed silent to keep the peace. Where I deferred to others because I thought they knew better. Where I doubted my instincts, even when they were screaming the truth.
But here’s what I’m finding now: my instincts were never wrong. I just didn’t feel strong enough to follow them.
This time, I’m tuning into that steady, quiet voice within—the one that gently assures me it’s okay to release the people who go silent when I shine. The one that whispers I have every right to feel safe, supported, and at peace in my own space. The same voice that glows with certainty when I imagine what’s ahead—whether it’s planting flowers by the ocean, creating a home that reflects who I am, or simply savoring a quiet Saturday morning with a hot cup of coffee and zero chaos.
I’m learning to trust the version of me who wants more.
More joy.
More truth.
More peace.
And that trust doesn’t come from having all the answers—it comes from looking back and realizing that I’ve already survived the hardest parts. It comes from seeing that I am capable. That I can choose differently now. That I will protect my peace, even if it means disappointing others.
1. Listen to your gut—even when it’s uncomfortable.
Your body knows what your heart is trying to say. Pay attention to what feels off, and what feels right.
2. Set boundaries, and honor them.
Even if others push back. Especially when others push back.
3. Reflect on your wins, no matter how small.
You’ve made good choices before—you’ll make them again. Don’t forget your strength.
4. Spend quiet time with yourself.
Turn down the noise and check in with what you really want, not what others expect.
5. Forgive yourself for the times you didn’t know better.
Growth requires grace. You’re not who you were, and that’s a beautiful thing.
6. Surround yourself with people who reflect your light, not dim it.
The right people will celebrate your healing—not resent it.
7. Take one brave step at a time.
Confidence grows with action. Even the smallest moves toward the life you want are worth celebrating.
So if you’re in a place where you’re doubting yourself, I hope you give yourself the space to pause and listen. That quiet voice inside you? It’s not naive. It’s not foolish. It’s wise. It’s battle-tested. It’s you.
And it’s okay to trust her again.
With love,
Aunty Christine 🫶🏻💜🤟🏻
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