how do i go about doing that
im 15
2007-11-05 13:49:34 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Hmmm...
Everyone is good at certain things...
Your question reminds me of myself at a younger state in life.
What I would suggest is that you make a list of all the things people think are good about you, GET PLENTY! Also think of ones you know you yourself are aware of.
As a rule, whenever you say something negative about yourself, say three things that are positive.
2007-11-05 13:53:37 · answer #1 · answered by anonym 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wow, they should have given you a few pointers on this.
Mainly, be nice to yourself & be happy w/ you. Think of all the things you can do, not the things you can't. Be positive instead of seeing the worst in situations. Do things that bring you happiness: volunteer in some form, stay busy doing what you enjoy (if you don't know what you really like to do- be adventurous & start discovering). These are just a few ideas. Do things that help you feel good about yourself. Be happy & your bank will fill up. Others like to be around those that are confident, kind & happy. Don't compare yourself to others. This is really important when you are 15. If I had known this when I was younger, I would have been much happier. Be unique & like being unique. Who wants to be a clone? :) Good luck & have fun.
2007-11-05 21:56:18 · answer #2 · answered by SpaGirl 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It takes some time to build self-esteem. It isn't always easy to do. The most important thing would be to not sabotage yourself - don't associate with people who have no honor and don't engage in behavior that you know to be wrongful. If you are a moral person, you will build strength and self-esteem.
The other part of building self-esteem relates to accomplishing what you should be doing at your age. Doing your best in school is most important because your education gives you a foundation to build on for the rest of your life. I would also recommend that you donate time to public service - it will put you in contact with positive role-models and will give you just cause to be proud of yourself and what you can accomplish as an individual.
Those who honor their commitments are the strongest among us. I hope you find the strength to honor your own commitments. Good luck to you.
2007-11-05 22:03:36 · answer #3 · answered by GENE 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well you have already started. Smart girl !!
1. Volunteer your time at a nursing home or a homeless shelter. Seeing people with a large deal of needs and extending your self to help them. It will help you first because it will get your mind off of you and the end result should have you feeling good about you.
2. Once you have done this then go to the hair salon and get a style that most flatters your face. Repeat number one.
Your confidence will grow in no time!
Good luck.
2007-11-05 22:05:26 · answer #4 · answered by unbeatensnailhere 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As cheesy as this sounds..... The more you think something the more real it becomes, the more you say something out loud has more of an effect. 'This is true for good and bad thoughts. So if you really want to feel better about yourself, wake up every day and look in the mirror and say something good about yourself. It will be hard at first and you may not even believe it, but eventually it will be easy and you will LOVE IT.
2007-11-05 21:55:00 · answer #5 · answered by Floffen 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sit down and think of all your good qualities and the kind things you have done. Are you kind to animals? Did you let your sister have the last piece of pie? Write it down and read it every day. And try to add at least one new item to the list every day. Find some volunteer work to do. Helping others is very good for your self esteem. Find something that you do well and then do it.
2007-11-05 21:59:49 · answer #6 · answered by amo_equus 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you can start with affirmations. If you know who Stuart Smalley (sp) is this might make you laugh, but look in the mirror and tell yourself things you like about yourself. You may not believe them at first, but eventually they will sink in and you will find that you do believe them.
2007-11-05 21:53:17 · answer #7 · answered by it's me 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
keep promises to yourself, do things that make you feel like a better person, care for others, compliment others, by putting them up you will feel better about yourself as well. and remember you are a great person in your own way, you have things to offer that no one else does and many people love you :)
2007-11-05 21:54:01 · answer #8 · answered by just plain me 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read this article on this site below to increase self-esteem.
2007-11-05 21:57:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
look in the mirror and repeat positive thoughts out loud about yourself find something you find appealing about yourself everyone has good qualities you may not see them but others will
2007-11-05 21:53:19 · answer #10 · answered by Amy D 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋