Self esteem problems gained as a small child can stick around even as adults.
Perhaps some person at school told you that you were ugly/stupid/fat/annoying and without realising it you still believe it.
Life is difficult with low self esteem, every decision, every thought, every action is hindered by it, whether you realise it or not.
When you have great self esteem life is easy! You believe in yourself, you feel whole and at peace.
You have better relationships with healthy boundaries.
You live by your expectations not those of others.
You don't look to others to 'validate' you and make you feel worthwhile.
If someone criticizes something you've done, you don't spend ages worrying about it full of regret or questioning it - you instead feel secure in the choice you made and why.
The main benefit of great self esteem is freedom - you just live, instead of questioning your every step in case it was a wrong one.
Building and maintaining your self esteem should be high on everyone's priority list.
The following things can help..
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Do this mirror exercise everyday 2.
Spend time in nature - walking, sitting and thinking 3.
Get some hobbies - spend time doing what you love 4.
Connect with your spirit - through meditation or prayer 5.
Exercise regularly 6.
Eat great healthy food 7.
Keep your thoughts positive (no "if only I was more...
" thoughts) 8.
Avoid negative people that drag you down 9.
Learn lessons from your past pain and experiences 10.
List what you love about yourself - read it regularly 11.
Think about the limitations/problems you have - what can you do to address them? 12.
Live for what you want - set your own standards 13.
Reward yourself, love yourself and be kind to you 14.
See the goodness in your heart - share it with the world 15.
Help others 16.
Step out of your comfort zone and try new things