Good question! But one that has the potential to contain many answers!
I am sure there will be many posters about this subject so I will not write a whole lot.
Suffering from self-esteem is quite tough, huh? I have battled it myself and I can somewhat understand what you are going through. Individuals with low self-esteem feel inferior and inadquate and most are looking for some kind of validation; whether it be from relationships or careers. We want to feel accomplished, loved, accepted and special. We would like to have a good career and feel like we have some sort of purpose...we do want to make a difference in this world!
But that can get in the way if we suffer from low self-esteem. One of the successful methods that encouraged a healthy self-esteem in my own life was watching what I was saying to myself. I had to challenge my own thoughts and feelings and remember to sort through fact and fiction. I also had to empathize with myself...being my own best friend and cheerleader. Instead of putting myself down, I try to be patient and kind to myself. What is the purpose of dwelling on my faults? It only gives me pain and grief! I must make a conscious effort to avoid doing so.
My input is: challenge your thougths, empathize with yourself, and take small, baby steps toward self-love and acceptance. Empathizing with oneself only encourages forgiveness, love, acceptance and hope!
But I am sure there will be other posters to give awesome advice so I will end here!
Best of luck to you!
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