Identify your talents.
Everyone is good at
something, so discover the things at which you excel, and then focus on your talents. Give yourself permission to take pride in
them. When you're following
your passion, not only will it have a therapeutic effect, but you'll feel
unique and accomplished, all of which can help build your self confidence.
Do something you have been putting off.
Like writing or calling a friend, cleaning the
house, tidying the garden, fixing the car, organizing the bills, making a tasty
and healthy meal - anything that involved you making a decision, then following
through.
Stop thinking about yourself.
I know this sounds strange, but low self
esteem is often accompanied by too much focus on the self. Doing something that
absorbs you and holds your attention can quickly make you feel better.
Remember all the things you have achieved.
This can be difficult at first, but after a
while, you'll develop a handy mental list of self-esteem boosting memories. And
if you're thinking "But I've never achieved anything", I'm not
talking about climbing Everest here.
Get sober.
Get help through 12-step groups to stop self-destructive
behaviors. Addictions block learning and drag down our mood. Identify them and
replace them with self-care.
Explore Yourself.
“Know thyself” is an old saying passed down
through the ages, to encourage us to engage in self-exploration. Also opening
yourself up to new opportunities, new thoughts, trying out something new, new
viewpoints, and new friendships.
Life becomes simpler and lighter.
When you like or love yourself more then
things simply become easier.. You
won’t drag yourself down or beat yourself up over simple mistakes or over not
reaching a perfect and inhuman standard.
Remind yourself of the benefits.
A simple but powerful way to motivate yourself
and to keep that motivation up daily is to write down the deeply felt benefits
you will get from following this new path or reaching a goal.When your list is
done then save it and put it somewhere where you will see it every day. For
instance in your workspace or on your fridge.
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