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Self-esteem is like a muscle that needs to be trained every day. Find out how to strengthen it, what can weaken it, and what strategies can help you to care for this fundamental psychological tissue.

Four Signs That You've Lost Yourself
Self-esteemFour Signs That You've Lost Yourself

How's your relationship with yourself?  This might be a question you've never even asked. That's because, despite the fact that…

Three Compliments That Destroy Self-Esteem in Childhood
Self-esteemThree Compliments That Destroy Self-Esteem in Childhood

Every self-help book talks about how important praise is in childhood. There's little doubt that it increases self-esteem and helps…

What Unloved Daughters Learn About Love
Self-esteemWhat Unloved Daughters Learn About Love

Unloved daughters fight internal battles that no one else ever sees. They appear confident and determined. They have smiles on…

Five Simple Ways to Increase Your Self-Esteem
Self-esteemFive Simple Ways to Increase Your Self-Esteem

It's always a good idea to increase your self-esteem. As a matter of fact, in your journey through life, you're…

Turn Your Jealousy into Healthy Self-Esteem
Self-esteemTurn Your Jealousy into Healthy Self-Esteem

You've probably felt jealous at some time or another. Jealousy originates from the fear of losing someone. However, within this…

The Difference Between Self-Concept and Self-Esteem
Self-esteemThe Difference Between Self-Concept and Self-Esteem

Distinguishing between self-esteem and self-concept isn't easy. Indeed, although they're different concepts, they're often used interchangeably in ...

Others Don't Always See You as You See Yourself
Self-esteemOthers Don't Always See You as You See Yourself

Do you see yourself as you really are or how others want you to be? This may seem like an…

Seven Psychological Characteristics of People with High Self-Esteem
Self-esteemSeven Psychological Characteristics of People with High Self-Esteem

Self-esteem is perhaps the most important pillar in our psychological architecture. Indeed, from our childhood until old age, perceiving and&hellip...

Don't Judge Yourself on Your Past, You No Longer Live There
Self-esteemDon't Judge Yourself on Your Past, You No Longer Live There

How many times a day do you think about the past? How much time do you spend analyzing what you…

A Different Perspective on Self-Regard
Self-esteemA Different Perspective on Self-Regard

When it comes to self-regard, people usually advise to "take better care of yourself" and "love yourself more". The common…

The Importance of Asserting Yourself Before Others
Self-esteemThe Importance of Asserting Yourself Before Others

Social relationships exert a huge influence on well-being. Every day, you interact with friends, family, bosses, co-workers, and strangers. All&hel...

Are Anxiety and Low Self-Esteem Related?
Self-esteemAre Anxiety and Low Self-Esteem Related?

The relationship between anxiety and low self-esteem has a direct impact on other dimensions, such as your mood or any…

Six Pep Talks You Should Give Yourself Today
Self-esteemSix Pep Talks You Should Give Yourself Today

How many times have you waited for someone else to approve, acknowledge, and understand you, only to be disappointed because…

Sexual Harassment in the Workplace: What Can You Do?
Self-esteemSexual Harassment in the Workplace: What Can You Do?

The term "sexual harassment" was coined in the 1970s, within the framework of the feminist movement. In the beginning, it…

Personal Devaluation: Feeling Worthless
Self-esteemPersonal Devaluation: Feeling Worthless

Having self-value or good self-esteem means being aware of your own resources and potential. In addition, it means knowing your…

The Relationship Between Low Self-Esteem and Self-Sabotage
Self-esteemThe Relationship Between Low Self-Esteem and Self-Sabotage

Low self-esteem and self-sabotage are a bad combination that can negatively affect human potential, self-worth, and personal integrity. When this&h...

Why Aren't You Satisfied With Your Body?
Self-esteemWhy Aren't You Satisfied With Your Body?

Most of us have been unsatisfied with our bodies at one point or another. You've probably looked in the mirror…

Self-Esteem and HIV: Going Beyond the Stigma
Self-esteemSelf-Esteem and HIV: Going Beyond the Stigma

Self-esteem is a key factor in psychological well-being and health. However, there are specific groups that, due to a certain…

Self-Enhancement: Showing Off Our Positive Traits
Self-esteemSelf-Enhancement: Showing Off Our Positive Traits

Self-enhancement is one of the three self-evaluation motivations. This motive allows us to maintain a positive self-concept. In addition to…

Insecurity and Low Self-Esteem: Living on a Tightrope
Self-esteemInsecurity and Low Self-Esteem: Living on a Tightrope

Insecurity and low self-esteem are directly related. Many people live on a kind of tightrope, walking carefully, afraid of making…

Learning to Enjoy Your Own Company Is Key to Your Well-Being
Self-esteemLearning to Enjoy Your Own Company Is Key to Your Well-Being

Many adults are incapable of spending time in their own company. Being on their own makes them feel so uncomfortable…