Jamille Edwards founded Golden Century Wellness—a sanctuary for those ready and willing to invest in their well-being. Through her work, Jamille aims not only to heal but to empower individuals to transcend societal stigmas and realize their fullest potential.
Most people have amazing ideas floating around in their heads, goals they want to pursue, and businesses they want to expand. While procrastination can prevent progress, so can a lack of trust. One of the biggest challenges people face is learning to trust themselves and others. Often, people let each other down, which makes it difficult to share or express new ideas. The problem is that past experiences can get in the way.
There are several ways to build trust and make progress
Ask yourself if what you want to move forward with is something you are truly passionate about. If the answer is yes, move to the next step. If not, go to step 5.
Create a list of people you have trusted in the past and identify who is still in your life and why.
Reflect on the people from that list who have lost your trust and are no longer part of your life. Consider how this is impacting you now. Remember: you may decide to forgive them, but this does not mean they need to be part of your life again.
Take a moment to write down 3-5 reasons why you should take responsibility for your own actions, 1-2 lessons you’ve learned, and 3-5 reasons why moving forward will benefit you.
Identify why you do not trust yourself and list 1-2 ways you can improve self-trust to help you move forward.
It is often easier for people to keep their ideas to themselves and do as much of the work alone as possible. While there are benefits to this, it can also be exhausting, time-consuming, and unpleasant. A way to reduce this burden is to find helpful resources. Self-guides, self-education, and self-mentoring can create momentum. These tools help you identify areas for improvement and show you that it is possible to interact with others on a basic level. This doesn’t mean you have to share all of your ideas or give away everything that is important to you. The truth is, there will always be parts of yourself that are precious to you. It’s not about lacking trust; it’s about making clear, intentional, effective, and realistic steps toward your goals.
The benefit of learning to trust yourself is that it will improve your confidence and allow you to start enjoying the process.
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Jamille Edwards, Counselor, Educator, Consultant, Author, and Public Speaker
Jamille Edwards has invested a decade of her life exploring the intricacies of psychology, counseling, and spiritual practices. With a wealth of knowledge under her belt, she founded Golden Century Wellness—a platform that offers a diverse range of services aimed at promoting mental and emotional well-being. From personalized counseling and empowering coaching sessions to enlightening workshops, insightful articles, and impactful books, Jamille's mission is to guide individuals on their journey toward self-discovery, healing, and personal growth. Through her expertise and compassionate approach, she seeks to empower others to unlock their true potential and lead fulfilling lives.
