How to Increase Self Esteem

Improve your outlook on life by learning how to raise self-esteem!

Building self-esteem will always remain a crucial ongoing part of our lives.

We all encounter situations where we do not feel worthy. An important gift to remember is that The Behavior is the solution, Not the problem.

If we stay in that low place for a long time, we start questioning our self-worth.

On the other hand, positive self-esteem restores self-confidence and promotes growth in the individual.

Let's look at the different ways we can foster a healthy relationship between our mind and body by learning how to boost self-esteem.

What Is Self-Esteem?

Self-esteem is the attitude we have toward ourselves. It goes beyond the confidence we have in our abilities and our physical appearance. Self-esteem touches on the core idea of self-worth, coloring our own opinions of ourselves.

Our self-esteem is nurtured from a very young age, mostly by our experiences.

Traumatic events and paradigm-shifting life events can impact how we see ourselves. Similarly, the positive affirmations we received in childhood also influence the way we see ourselves today.

Self-esteem can also influence the decisions we make on a day-to-day basis, encourage us to experiment with new ideas, and move on from past blunders.

Signs of Low Self-Esteem

Although we have encouraging friends, family members, and workmates around us, we can still harbor self-critical thoughts that overwhelm the positive notions.

You may have a negative sense of self if you:

• Liken yourself to others, but in a negative light
• Are highly critical of yourself and develop stress when you make mistakes
• Do not feel confident about your strength and capabilities
• Feel anxiety over every decision or step you take
• Do not do well with criticism or helpful advice

What Causes Low Self-Esteem?

Low self-esteem can begin very early before you even become aware of your own self-worth.

Early Childhood

It starts in early childhood through our relationships with family, friends, teachers, and others. The example they set for you plays a big role in your personal life.

Family Trauma

Abusive relationships can create self-esteem issues. Domestic violence is traumatic and scarring, encouraging negative thoughts and negative beliefs about yourself.

Social Norms

Social standards in society also impact our self-confidence. The influence of social media can overwhelm our mental health and well-being.

It becomes easy to compare the positive things in our lives with those of others when we bow to prevailing social standards.

Loss

Losing a person you love can give you low self-esteem, especially if they walked out of your life or died unexpectedly.

Health Issues

Trying to grapple with a serious illness and its effect on your physical health can also leave you feeling low.

Attitude

Finally, your personality and outlook on life can play a major role in how you see yourself. A pessimistic approach and negative thinking can hinder your overall development. Remember you are capable to reprogram and make changes.

Cynicism or setting impossible standards for yourself can break your confidence.

The Effects of Low Self-Esteem

Poor self-esteem can wear down your mental health over time and lead you down a self-destructive path.

You may avoid trying new experiences, taking on new challenges, or engaging in social interactions because you feel unworthy.

For a short while, these actions may give you the reassurance that you need right then. However, if you continue this behavior, your self-doubts will overtake your attempts to build confidence. Avoiding challenging and difficult situations will further isolate you.

Negative thoughts can overwhelm your perception, leading to depression or anxiety attacks. Sometimes, they can even lead to addiction as a coping mechanism.

People with poor self-esteem tend to lose sight of themselves.

How to Build Self-Esteem in 3 Simple Steps

There are many ways to improve self-esteem. To boost your self-esteem, you need to consciously work on it.

Many times, people who don't know how to have higher self-esteem expect someone else to come into their lives and change their self-image for the better.

Or, they may think moving to a new location, taking a new job, or making new friends will give them the increased self-esteem they need.

But, in order to genuinely work on your self-esteem, you need to look inward and address yourself first. Find out how to improve self-esteem below.

Step 1 — Make a List of the Things You Are Good At

Sometimes, you may forget your good qualities. Try writing them down for quick reference during hard times.

You may be good at listening, cooking, or mending things — write them all down.

Sit down in a quiet corner and list at least one thing that you are good at every day.

Writing your list first thing in the morning when your mind is still fresh will help you start your day on a positive note.

Make sure you look at your list after a month to improve your self-esteem.

Step 2 — Exercise Self-Compassion

Everyone has a small voice inside their head that tells them they are not good enough. For some people, that voice is so loud that they cannot see beyond their weaknesses.

Practicing self-compassion is important because none of us are perfect. We all have good and bad qualities that others do not. Comparing ourselves to others affects our emotional health and well-being.

Instead of trying to boost your self-esteem above others, learn to be kind to yourself: Engage in positive self-talk. It gives you the grace to see the strengths and weaknesses in others, too.

Step 3 — Build Positive Relationships, Avoid Negative People

Positive relationships prove as important to your health as water and air.

While you are still trying to improve your self-esteem, you need to surround yourself with supportive people.

Talking therapies also help you to identify negative thoughts that create low self-esteem.

Focus on how people influence you and make you feel. Avoid negative beliefs, people, and situations that bring you down.

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Signs of Good Self-Esteem

Some of the signs that you are fostering good self-esteem include:

• You are your best friend and cheerleader
• You are not constantly comparing yourself to others
• You take time off for yourself
• You create boundaries and make people aware of them
• You take care of both your physical and mental health

The Benefits of Healthy Self-Esteem

Healthy self-esteem benefits people in multiple different ways. In general, people with healthy self-esteem develop more meaningful relationships at work, within their family, and with friends.

People with high self-esteem also deal with challenging situations in a healthy fashion. They can cope with anxiety, depression, or stress without letting it overpower them.

Positive self-esteem also encourages emotional growth in the person.

Where to Find Mental Health Assistance for Low Self-Esteem

When breaking out of your comfort zone to receive the help you need, it remains crucial to take small steps at first.

It is scary to be vulnerable or to admit that you are overwhelmed. One graceful step at a time.

You can open up to a close friend or family member you trust. Also, professional help if you want to work on your low self-esteem.

Talking to a counselor and/or receiving bodywork that can help release old patterns (Craniosacral, Reflexology to name a few) are useful techniques in fostering a positive sense of self. You can also work with an adept light worker from the Galactic Federation of Light to process your feelings.

Working on your self-esteem takes time and effort.

Be kind to yourself.

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