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Rebuilding Your Self-Esteem


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I agree with Pete.  I don't know how to really build on something I don't have an idea about.  I watch other people and wonder how they can do or act a certain way around others. I am too self-conscious and talk myself out of "being noticed" for fear of making a huge blunder and be thought of as stupid.
 
I know it's fear of failure, fear of rejection, etc that holds me back, but I can't really seem to overcome it.  I try faking it and on the outside it looks like I'm doing ok, but buried deep inside me is the train wreck that I am.
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Oh, boy, self-esteem! There's a serious mountain to climb. I don't think I need to rebuild my self-esteem, because I can't remember ever having had any to start with. Your ideas look good, but this is a biggie
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Members,

Has an illness, addiction or other left your self-esteem in the gutter? In the weeks to come, we will be exploring various strategies to help rebuild your self-esteem:

• Practice giving respect to those who deserve it because you’ll get it back. Respect for others & self-respect are closely tied together.
• Change you reaction when your self-esteem is tested. (Ex: Co-worker talking behind your back.) Letting it affect you in a negative way is a choice. If you feel you must do something about it, confront the co-worker in a calm, assertive & professional manner.
• Don’t let material possessions, bank accounts, jobs or other define you & your worth.
• Pick up a hobby or an area you are “weak” in and learn about it. Sign up for a class, go back to school, take a night course or other and become competent. A great confidence booster. Ex: Two left feet? Take a dance class!
Please add your thoughts on rebuilding your self-esteem! More tips to come next week!
 
Sylvie, Bilingual Health Educator

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