From Hurt to Healing: 5 Steps to Rebuild Self-Trust Eroded by Childhood Trauma
Posted on January 15, 2025 by Rosie Fox, One of Thousands of Life Coaches on Noomii.
Healing childhood trauma requires reconnecting with your inner child and establishing self-trust, here I give a 5 step somatic process to do just that
A Simple 5-Step Exercise to Rebuild Self-Trust
1. Find a quiet space. Sit comfortably with your eyes closed or gently gazing downward. Create an environment where you feel safe and undisturbed.
2. Tune into your body. Bring your awareness to the sensations in your body. Notice any tension, for instance, perhaps you feel a tension in your arm, or some jitters in your tummy, or tightness in your shoulders or chest.
3. Listen to the sensation. Ask the sensation what it would like to say, be patient and open to whatever arises. This is your inner child communicating with you.
4. Offer reassurance. Tell the sensation how old you are now, and gently remind it that you are an adult and here to take care of them. Let your inner child know they are safe with you.
5. Respond with Love. Listen to what your body wants to tell you and respond with what you think it needs to hear (for instance, some phrases I’ve noticed in my practice are “you are not alone”, “I am with you”, “I am taking care of you now”, “I trust you and I believe you”).
The Power of Reparenting
This process of healing and reparenting is a cornerstone of the work I do with my clients. Using somatic techniques like this exercise, along with approaches such Internal Family Systems and Brainspotting, I guide clients to reconnect with their inner child and repair that self-trust.
Final Thoughts
Trust is a gift we give ourselves first. Cultivating inner trust creates a foundation for healthy, loving relationships and an empowered life. It’s a journey, yes—but one that leads to the love and connection we all deserve.
If you’re ready to start building self-trust and healing after complex trauma, I’d love to support you on this journey. Book a free consultation today and let’s get started.
