how to improve one's low self esteem?

Answer 1

i have self esteem issues myself but it has improved a good bit lately. some of the things that helped were setting small goals that were abtainable but not so easy that I could just shrug them off. for example, forcing myself to get out and go for a walk this past weekend. it was25* outside and when i was out there doing it i was feeling pretty good. then the darkness (that's what i call it) started to creep in telling me that i hadn't worked hard enough or pushed myself as much as i should have. when that started i told it to shut up and when i got home i took a hot bath and read for the rest of the night as a reward for a job well done.
some of the other things i've done is positive affirmations. basically you write out at least 3 positive statements about yourself (even if you don't necessarily believe them) and then you say them at least once a day, and try to say them every time you start feeling down about yourself. it might sound crazy but it really does help.
i'll admit it though i still struggle with this sometimes and should probably start doing the positive affirmations again
anyway hope that helps

Answer 2

Low self esteem, thouh it may seem it is effected by external bodies that is not quite true. Ofcourse this is one opinion but you must consider the fact that there are various emotions within all living beings, especally humans and throughout life, there will not be one single emotion that you will not experience personally yourself. We are all bound to these experiences. but with respect to our own different situations, the beauty of this reality is we also, even unwillingly learn from these emotions valuable lessons. The best suggestion for you would be to let all things simply fall into place but if that doesnt seem enough to satisfy your needs here are a couple of tips that always bring about good results
1. do things that make you feel better and bring about joy in your
daily life
2. Help someone today, you will be amazed how much a simple thank you form someones heart brightens your day and brings about a sense of happiness within you.
3. Wake up one day, make a decision, say im going to do this today and then follow it (NO i mean really do it, its not somthing someone told you on the net, actually try it )
And 4. my favourite always, always, always be very confident , in the way you speak , the things you do, the way you accept failure loss, success, in anything at all always with confidence. Get that last one right and you'll see alot of results in other places as well
Oh ya confidence is a tough thing. to bring it about always think and plan before you speak, take any actions,anything at all you do, do with planning and hought, (No again i mean actually sit there and think about what ur doing, why and how. Take the time you'll be better off than without any thought at all. This sort of planning and thought gives us something called natural confidence you wont need to muster it up.)
but remember that paragraph at the top, it said all things will fall into place as they should. so from the time you asked this question to the time you recieved the answer, to the time you make your decisions and to the results you get, everything will have fallen into place as it should have and so will you. so, seriously dont sweat it ease off and relax let things fall into place as they should.

Answer 3

Everyone has a talent and are good at something.
You can improve your self esteem by being successful at what you do best.
Focus on the things you are good at and like to do, incorporate them into a career, business, or the like. You'll find great satisfaction in yourself and at the same time notice quite an improvement in your self esteem.

Answer 4

The best way to feel good about yourself is to accomplish something you are proud of. You are probably in the habit of putting yourself down, so try to listen to your inner dialog and notice when you are saying negative things to yourself. Just don't be down on yourself. Sure some people are better looking, smarter, have more talent, and so on, but that doesn't make them better than you, or more deserving of happiness. You have to accept yourself the way you are, and if there is room for improvement, work on it, but don't feel ashamed of yourself. Try cognitive therapy if you can afford it. That's the best therapy for self esteem.

Answer 5

Think about it ! what made your self esteem Low ?..you have no value of your self, you have to value your self Highly, only ones self can build ones self esteem, By the way one values ones self, Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder,Hold your head high, because you are as good as any one else and you need to portray that you are that will build ones self worth, , The world is ran by Image, and worldly things, and makes others think ones self worth, is not as good or valued as much as they are, But WRONG, you are as good as All are, act like it value your self worth , VERY highly, And smile because Jesus Loves you, A positive attitude is a magnet for positive results,And positive people are a magnet for a positive attitude..God bless you And the USA and Israel and All,

Answer 6

Just be happy with who you are. Know you rock and that's all there is to it. You get low self esteem by caring too much about what other people think. You are fabulous. I am fabulous. We're all fabulous no matter what anyone says!

Answer 7

One simply cannot be happy with who they are. Its way easier said than done, and therefore not practical.

I suggest doing things that will lift your self-esteem.

Workout, get exercise, eat right. Get a good haircut/style.
Keep clean, get outside, and get sunlight..

The more you do to make yourself look good, will eventually give you confidence when you start seeing the results.

The same goes with personal accomplishments.

Put time and thought into it.
That confidence will show through to others too.

Answer 8

Only talk positive about yourself. If you find yourself making negative comments about youself, replace them with positive ones. Soon this will become a habit. Think about all your good accomplishments, and look at any failures as learning experiences. Love youself. Be your own best friend.

Answer 9

Help those worse off than yourself. Volunteer. You will gain an understanding that people cope with far worse situations than yours; you will be appreciated and make new friends. And you will learn to like yourself and be proud of your accomplishments.