Hi 👋🏼 Helen here and today, I want to talk about something that’s super important to all of us, personal development. And more specifically, self-esteem.
Self-esteem is the foundation of our self-worth, and it’s essential to our overall well-being. Unfortunately, many of us have a poor self-esteem, and this can hold us back in our personal and professional lives.
Now, as content creators, we’re especially vulnerable to low self-esteem. The constant comparison to others on social media can make it easy to feel inadequate. The pressure to create perfect content can also lead to a sense of not being good enough.
But here’s the thing, self-esteem is not about being perfect or having everything we want. It’s about accepting ourselves, flaws and all, and valuing ourselves for who we are. And trust me, this is a journey that’s worth taking.
One way to improve our self-esteem is to challenge negative thoughts and beliefs. We all have a inner critic that can be hard to silence, but by questioning the thoughts that hold us back, we can begin to change our perspective.
Another way to improve our self-esteem is to practice self-compassion. Instead of being hard on ourselves, we can treat ourselves with the same kindness and understanding that we would offer to a friend.
Now, self-esteem is not something that can be fixed overnight, it’s a journey that requires time and effort. So, be patient with yourself, and remember that progress is progress, no matter how small.
In conclusion, self-esteem is an essential aspect of personal development, and it’s something that all of us can work on, regardless of our profession. We all have the potential to improve our self-esteem and lead a happier, more fulfilling life.
References:
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/self-esteem
- https://www.helpguide.org/articles/mental-health/building-self-esteem-and-confidence.htm
- https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/self-esteem/
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Wg-t-hJgwQ&t=8s
- https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/306494
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