Welcome to Midlife with Brooke, the podcast for women navigating the beautiful and unpredictable season of midlife with intention, faith, and emotional resilience.

In this episode, Brooke Oniki dives deep into the concept of self-trust—not as a buzzword, but as a vital emotional muscle we need to strengthen in partnership with God. She shares heartfelt personal stories, including a relatable cookie catastrophe that wasn’t, and explores why so many of us struggle to trust our own judgment.

You’ll learn:

• Why self-trust often feels elusive (hint: fear, people-pleasing, and second-guessing)
• Signs that you're outsourcing your decisions and emotions
• How to stop abandoning yourself when things get uncomfortable
• Practical steps to build self-trust through small, consistent actions
• How to align your inner voice with divine guidance—not self-criticism

Brooke reminds us that trusting ourselves isn’t about ego—it’s about emotional maturity, spiritual partnership, and grace. It’s okay for things to be hard. You’re not meant to get it all perfect—you’re meant to grow.

Journal Prompts from the Episode:

1. Where in my life do I tend to outsource my decision-making?
2. What is one small promise I can make to myself—and keep—this week?

If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who needs to hear this message, or send Brooke a message (at [email protected]) and let her know how you’re building self-trust.