self-trust

noun

Examples of self-trust in a Sentence

he had the self-trust to quit his secure job and start his own business
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While every family dynamic differs, a common thread persists: the guidance of a father figure can quietly shape a woman’s relationship to financial security, ambition, and self-trust. Jasmine Browley, Forbes.com, 15 June 2025 This pattern can slowly chip away at your self-trust and experience of emotional safety within relationships. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025 Confidence often builds naturally when women are surrounded by others who encourage growth, risk-taking, and self-trust. Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 29 May 2025 But Kaur, who is based in London, England, urges a different perspective—one rooted in self-trust and intentional living. Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025 Then May 30’s Sun-Mercury conjunction in Gemini opens space to express your insight with a lighter touch — humor, storytelling, and self-trust could take you further than self-doubt ever did. Colin Bedell, Them., 22 May 2025 However, boundaries cannot be a substitute for self-trust. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 22 May 2025 Learn more about how self-trust and interpersonal trust is earned through: care, competence, sincerity, and reliability. Colin Bedell, Them., 15 May 2025 The experience affirmed what Blair now champions: self-trust and persistent self-advocacy are essential tools for women in midlife managing their health. Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 30 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1526, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of self-trust was in 1526

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“Self-trust.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-trust. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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