Self-esteem is
a culmination of a person’s thoughts, beliefs and emotions regarding their own
value and worth as a person. Self-esteem is usually tied up with how a person
perceives the quality of their own appearance, inherent characteristics, level
of intelligence, societal status, and relationships. How someone regards
themselves becomes ingrained in their persona, and can define who they are not
only in their own eyes, but in the eyes of others. By following the simple plan
below, anyone can adopt a rational, self-respecting, well-balanced view of
themselves and improve their self-esteem.
Take Stock
Any personal growth
starts with introspection and honesty. To fully begin to understand your own
self-worth, start by writing down what you believe are your strengths and your
weaknesses. This will help you identify the areas you’d like to improve, and
help you appreciate all the good things in your life. Start with one thing to
focus on in both columns and come up with an easy strategy to improve a
weakness, and expand a strength.
Run Your Own Race
This is very
important. You must stop comparing yourself to others, and keep the focus on
yourself. Comparisons only lead to envy and jealousy, which are toxic emotions
that drain your energy and keep you stuck. Society does not always value true
authenticity, so you may just be conditioned to think what others have is what
you need. If you feel inadequate in certain areas, try look at it as an
opportunity to become the more authentic, self-actualized person you were
uniquely created to be.
Accept the “Good”
and the “Bad”
Throughout this
exploratory process, embrace both your successes and failures as coaches and
mentors along on your evolving path of self-esteem. Reject the need for
perfection, and focus instead on the process in whatever you strive for, rather
than outcome. This will allow you to build self-worth and value in the quality
of your efforts, and not hold yourself to some unattainable expectation of
perfection.
Stay present
Don’t bind yourself
to a self-image that is based on a self-image from your past. As your life
evolves, and circumstances change, past skills and accomplishments may simply
no longer be practical or obtainable. It’s okay to strive towards goals, but be
realistic about where you are now and build from there.
Above all, be kind
to yourself! Be your own best friend.
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