How to Stop Self-Abandonment and Start Trusting Yourself

Many of us struggle with self-trust, often prioritizing external validation over our own inner wisdom. In a special episode of the Being Well podcast, Dr. Rick Hanson and Forrest Hanson explore why self-abandonment happens—and how to break free from it.

They discuss the difference between inside-out and outside-in safety, the mental models we carry about ourselves, and practical ways to cultivate self-trust. Forrest introduces a framework built on self-efficacy, flexibility, self-advocacy, and accurate appraisal, while Rick explains how these principles help us build self-worth and resilience.

By learning to trust ourselves, we become more capable, confident, and self-reliant in the face of life’s challenges.

🎧 Watch and listen here: Trusting Yourself: How to Stop Self-Abandonment