Why do I have such low self esteem?
Some of the many causes of low self-esteem may include: Unhappy childhood where parents (or other significant people such as teachers) were extremely critical. Poor academic performance in school resulting in a lack of confidence. Ongoing stressful life event such as relationship breakdown or financial trouble.
How does a healthy self concept or self identity influence or affect one’s mental health?
If you have good self esteem, your feeling about yourself will generally be positive. You may have had difficult times in your life but you’ll probably be able to cope with them. You won’t internalise your thoughts and therefore these difficult times are less likely to have a long-term impact.
What characteristics do you think are important to your identity?
Personality traits, abilities, likes and dislikes, your belief system or moral code, and the things that motivate you — these all contribute to self-image or your unique identity as a person. People who can easily describe these aspects of their identity typically have a fairly strong sense of who they are.
How can you maintain good mental health and well being?
Maintaining mental health and wellbeing
- spend time with friends, loved ones and people you trust.
- talk about or express your feelings regularly.
- reduce alcohol consumption.
- avoid illicit drug use.
- keep active and eat well.
- develop new skills and challenge your capabilities.
- relax and enjoy your hobbies.
- set realistic goals.
How do you convince yourself your worth?
To get you started, here are four ways to think about—and improve—your self-worth.
- Compare yourself to no one.
- Embrace your mistakes, and learn from them.
- Take opportunities to develop yourself.
- Share your journey with someone you trust.
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