Issue : Self-esteem
When feelings of low self-esteem become the default it undermines everything. It harms relationships, evaporates confidence, blocks courage to assert and feeds a cycle of unhappiness and feeling unanchored.
It is the view you have about yourself. It fluctuates and most people experience moments of low self-esteem, at some point in life and tests your resilience.
Common Signs : Self-esteem
Do any of these feelings result from seeing yourself as less than others?:
- Shyness
- Feeling worthless
- Placing importance on the opinions of others above your own
- Fear of change
- Constant comparison with others
- Buying new things to avoid the pain of feeling like you aren’t enough
- Attraction to unhealthy or destructive relationships
- Shaky confidence in building you career and relationships
- Feeling inadequate
- Experiencing ‘Milestone Anxiety’ (comparison with others hitting life stages you think you should too)
- Negative overwhelm
- Feeling unloved
Tackling it : Self-esteem
An easy fix would be to seek reassurance from external sources. This might provide temporary relief but not a sustainable solution.
A healthy self-esteem can make a huge positive difference to your quality of life, particularly when it comes to relationships and your career.
Building a robust view of yourself is crucial. You don’t have to become a superhero but neither do you have to say sorry for breathing. A humble balance will unlock your world.