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Low Self Esteem Help and what to do about it

by Carla Valencia

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Low self esteem can be hard to overcome. But you can do it. Here are some tips you can use. Stop limiting your life, stand up for yourself and ask for what you want and fulfill your needs.

"Low self esteem
is like driving through life
with your hand brake on".
- Maxwell Max

Poor self esteem can be defeat, here is some help! 

Low Self Esteem - What to do:

  1. Low self esteem stops you to acknowledge your qualities. Review your qualities, celebrate them and also identify your skills. Every time you do something well, praise your achievement. Keep focus in the things you do well, see yourself in a positive state.

  2. Don't compare with others, start building confidence instead. You are not better nor worst than anyone. You are perfect the way you are right now . You have value, your life has value because you are alive. Everyone is different and we are all valuable.

  3. Be with people that are positive and support you. Choose right minded friends that really care . Avoid people that put you down, criticize you and try to make you feel bad. Read this article on Relationships and self-esteem with tips.

  4. Never put yourself down. With this tendency you repeat negative comments regarding your skills and abilities. Watch your inner-talk .

  5. Accept compliments. When somebody gives you a compliment say: "Thank you". Don't allow guilt, justifications or give explanations. Learn to receive and be open to it.

  6. Acknowledge your success. Write 5 things you were successful. For example: I made dinner. I took out the garbage, etc. Every day there is a good thing that happen to you, even if it is and small event become aware of it. It will help building your self confidence.

  7. Do something you enjoy. A hobby, read a book, read a magazine, walk in the park , exercise and so on. Feel the joy while you are doing this activities. It will increase your sense of own value and enjoyment.

  8. Make a contribution to the world. Contribute to a cause, volunteer. Make your life worth it.

Avoid practicing this tips all at once. Remember that taking small steps is more effective than taking a big one. Just take a tip until it becomes a habit. Visit the recommended books to find books to read that inspire you. Check out more articles related to guild , loneliness, codependency, perfectionism and more .

Recommended Audio Books that will help you

  1. Accepting Love: Confidence in a New Relationship
  2. Fall in love...with you.
  3. Becoming More Assertive
  4. Improve Confidence & Peak Performance
  5. Improving Your Self Esteem with Hypnosis Cd
  6. Radical Acceptance

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