The majority of my life I have had a low self-worth but as I mature it seems to improve. Lately, I has been making a conscious effort to increase my self esteem. Any ideas to help me along?
2006-11-06 07:48:40 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Force yourself to get out and make new friends. Certainly do not waste time with people put you down in anyway, that does not help your selft esteem.
You must remember that you are a beautiful & unique person, you need to follow no one nor do you need anyones acceptance! You are fine all on your own. Find others who feel the same. My independence has given me much self esteem for I am out to impress no one but myself!
Smile at yourself everyday in the mirror !!
2006-11-06 08:00:53 · answer #1 · answered by Kitty 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Low self-esteem is a cruel thing to be burdened with. For most of my younger years 17-25 I wished like mad that I could dance with a partner I couldn't and this caused me great embarrassment because every time some really nice bloke would ask me to dance I stumbled and made such a fool of us both that eventually I refused to dance. It didn't solve the problem of my self-esteem I had to work on that myself and so will you.I found I had other talents , I could write. So I took an away- course in short story writing. I didn't have to face a tutor and that saved me embarrassment. Slowly over the years I have gained control over my low self-esteem. You will if you are determined. If you care to write to me please do. If I can help I will.
Sincerely Vicki R
email ribbonsvicki@yahoo.com.au
2006-11-06 08:17:21 · answer #2 · answered by Vicki R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there are many books and support groups out there.
doing good works and can be little things or big.
and first knowing your goals and values and then sticking to them.
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in all ways, be good as you can be and then you will feel as good as you can !
2006-11-06 08:03:43 · answer #3 · answered by homelessinorangecounty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good for you for asking this question. You and only you can help yourself increase your self-esteem. Make sure you don't let anyone treat you poorly or let negative self-talk pull you down. Talk and think positively of yourself in the presence of others and when you are alone. When you receive a compliment, accept it graciously instead of downplaying your effort (e.g. oh it was nothing, anybody could have done it).
To increase your self-worth, make the following lists, read and re-read them. Change them from time to time to reflect changes in yourself and in your life.
1) Make a list of your STRENGTHS, e.g. hardworking, creative, nurturing, witty, etc. List at least 5 strengths!
2) Make a list of your ACCOMPLISHMENTS, these could be as simple as keeping a clean closet to more advanced such as getting a college degree.
3) Make a list of 5 THINGS YOU ADMIRE ABOUT YOURSELF, such as volunteering with a non-profit org or helping a friend who is in need.
4) Make a list of THINGS YOU CAN DO TO REWARD YOURSELF, such as going for a long walk in the woods/park or talking with a friend (make sure these are not related to food or cost money).
Good luck, my friend!
2006-11-06 08:18:51 · answer #4 · answered by geek 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They say you should try exercising...but if you're more of a "laid-back" person like me, I would suggest to write, paint or make something you can be proud of...I myself made a HUGE painting of the statue of liberty - it actually had a likeliness!!! Anyway, I was psyched for about three whole weeks and some people began to treat me better... As they say - people love people who love themselves...It's not totally true, but also not without a point! Great move on asking for help...you really are smarter than I were...
2006-11-06 07:59:29 · answer #5 · answered by joshcoetsee 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do things that you enjoy, including your job. Get out of the house more. Join a bible study group at your church, or volunteer your time. I have done all of these things after having some post-partum depression and it has really helped me. Good Luck!
2006-11-06 08:08:23 · answer #6 · answered by Mom of One in Wisconsin 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a lot of good books that seem to help,at least they have for me. Og Mandino's The world's greatest Miracle was one. Good luck and keep the faith.
2006-11-06 07:58:50 · answer #7 · answered by cap3856 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get up smiling every day. Even if you don't want to. Be nice, considerate and fun loving. People will appreciate you for that and it will make you feel good.
2006-11-06 07:58:04 · answer #8 · answered by Blue Eyes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell urself everyday that u are a man/woman. u would be a better person today then u were yesterday. u are a man/woman of GOD. anything HE wants u to have HE will bless u with it. Be Better Than The Men of Yesterday. BE A MAN?WOMAN?
2006-11-06 07:57:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-15 11:03:35 · answer #10 · answered by brasseaux 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋