Let’s take a candid walk and begin to understand self-esteem and what it represents in your daily life. And why it matters.
What Is Positive Self-esteem?
Having positive self-esteem simply means living with a very good impression of yourself and your abilities.
It’s imperative what you think of yourself. The strength within always manifests outwardly especially unconsciously.
‘You are good enough”- this has nothing to do with what you look like or feel. Understanding this fact already sets you up to win.
A lot takes place in your head. Sorry I meant to say EVERYTHING, takes place in your head. This means you have to first win mentally before anywhere else.
So correct your thinking, correct your life. This may be very challenging for you and wouldn’t happen overnight. But you have to keep knocking down that wall.
Understand you’re human like everyone else.
The reason for low self-esteem may be age-long and deep-rooted, but marinating in them only produces a frustrating life.
Low self-esteem frequently stands in your way every time you try to get ahead. On the other hand, a positive self-esteem helps you put your best foot forward and champions you on.
Benefits Of Positive Self-Esteem
- You are mature and can respect others’ opinions.
- You trust your ideas are valid.
- You are open to growth and new challenges.
- You are comfortable being yourself.
- You don’t shrink when challenged.
- You do not panic when faced with uncertainty.
- You are not afraid to fail.
- You aren’t desperate for approval.
- You are not threatened by others’ talents.
- You embrace progress over perfection.
ACTION Steps You Can Begin Today.
Do not compare yourself to others
Save yourself this misery. The grass often looks greener on someone else’s lawn. The only person you should be in competition with is the one staring back at you in the mirror.
Celebrate your strong points
You are not everything; no one is. But you are something. Acknowledge and celebrate that.
Hang around, confident people
Things will often rub off on you, good or bad. Hang with confident people, and you’ll be infected with confidence.
Set small goals
Start with baby steps. As you set and achieve small goals, you’ll begin to attempt bigger goals and impress yourself along the way.
Dress the way you wish to be addressed
Always dress up to the part.
Your style says a lot about you, it is a combination of your physical and moral outlook.
Dress decently physically and morally. And stand tall.
Introduce yourself and smile promptly
Don’t be afraid to have a habitual smile. Take the lead and introduce yourself promptly. It spells confidence.
Stop being critical of yourself
Stop looking for ways to be your own enemy. And finding fault with everything concerning you. Instead, dare to give yourself some credit, spend time believing in yourself, and be nice to you.
TAKEAWAY
Until you believe in yourself; you’ll be miserable and always remain a spectator on the sidelines of life.
