What to do with low self-esteem: first analyze, then act

04.02.2025 20:27

Ask anyone what to do with low self-esteem and you will hear the answer - improve it.

But how to do this so as not to harm yourself at least? The answer to this question can only be obtained from an expert who has a fine understanding of the psyche.

Let's find out whether it is possible to solve this problem without the help of a psychologist and where to start.

What to do with low self-esteem

1. Accept as a fact or an axiom the statement that ideal people do not exist. Therefore, being yourself is already not bad.

2. An equally important point: striving for an unattainable ideal is an unhealthy phenomenon.

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In practice, this leads to exhaustion and anxiety.

3. Next, start looking for the strengths of your character.

How to find yourself

You need to divide a sheet of paper into four parts, in which you write down:

  • strengths (which help to develop);
  • weak features (slow down development);
  • life values;
  • real possibilities.

As a result, your personality and all problem areas will be revealed to you.

Increasing self-esteem

To cope with negativity and change what you don't like, learn to respond only to constructive criticism.

All other comments that are not useful but only destructive – ignore them.

Constantly analyze and evaluate your results and achievements. It is more convenient to keep a diary for this.

This simple method will help you choose true goals and outline ways to achieve them.

But don't stop there, remember that there are no limits to perfection.

Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor

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  1. What to do with low self-esteem
  2. How to find yourself
  3. Increasing self-esteem