16. West: Know Yourself - Connect inward to trust yourself

We complete the Self-Trust Compass by heading West—home of self-awareness, curiosity, and deep inner connection. Emily explores why self-awareness is the foundation of Self-Trust and offers practical tools to get to know yourself more intimately, slowly, and lovingly.In this episode:Why knowing yourself is essential to trusting yourselfHow subtraction (noise, substances, distractions) creates clarityWhat “dating yourself” really looks likeSolo travel, dreamwork, and IFS as portals to self-awarenessHow to map your inner parts and listen with compassionPractices to reconnect with the most important relationship you have: YOUThis episode is a gentle but powerful invitation to slow down and discover the richness of your inner world.LINKS:📥Solo Date GuideEmily's book: Can People Really Change? 13 Lessons from 13 Years as a TherapistJoin Behind-The-Scenes: https://curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe*You'll want to sign up for either the paid $7/mo or $70 annual level to get BTSDEEPEN YOUR SELF-TRUST WORK:Get the books + more: The Self-Trust Marketplace1-1 Session with EmilyBuy You Can Trust Yourself on AmazonCONNECT WITH EMILY: Have questions or topics you'd like to hear about? Reach out and connect!SubstackInstagramEmail List This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit curiosityrising.substack.com/subscribe