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To be honest, I can go on for days about this topic, but I will try my best to keep it short and simple. As a child, I have always struggled with being myself. I mean, I have always been myself around people that truly love me and will never…
The more money a person has, the more self esteem you would think he/she has. But the person doing the thinking usually has a lot less money than the person who has the money. And the recession hasn't helped matters one bit as many people who had money and success…
Every adult that comes into contact with children on a regular basis has an opportunity to support them in developing into happy, well rounded young people. With every interaction, there are simple activities that you can carry out with children that will let them know their feelings and well being…
"How do I become a badass with women?"
"I've tried everything!"
"She keeps saying no"
Because I am so successful with women, many of my friends will come up to me with these exact questions and ask how I do it.
Truth be told, it really isn't rocket science, yet…
I was interested this week in seeing clips from the final episodes of Oprah Winfrey’s iconic daytime talk show which has now ended after 25 years. The programme saw star after star come out to praise Winfrey and I was interested in the picture of Oprah Winfrey and her friends…
I created this site because codependency fascinates me. But among my family, friends and even all my acquaintances, I cannot find one person who is familiar with this concept.
I certainly do not have the knowledge to start a scientific discussion on this subject. Beyond that, as I explained in…
Many people may not realize just how important it is to have great or high self-esteem. Your self-esteem can impact several areas of your life and can also affect other members of your family. When you have low self-esteem and confidence it can really have a negative impact on your…
We all suffer from time to time from lack of self esteem. Some people have a real issue with low self esteem whilst others may have too much self esteem. In my case self esteem was always a challenge and it got worst after I had my children and my…
It's common for us to feel inadequate and less significant throughout various stages of our lives. However for some this can be an ongoing state of mind that affects their daily lives. They simply assume that they aren't good enough, smart enough, young enough and allow self doubt to affect…
Everyone has felt the feeling of lonliness at one point in time. With how technological the world has become everone has that spot were they feel like they are the only person on the planet. It is hard for people to have the feeling that no one is there and…
I’ve just read an article which was reporting on a new treatment that will be available within the next 18 months, where for the sum of £3,000 pounds you will be able to change the colour of your eyes from brown to blue. As soon as I read this I…
At one time, man lived lazy and comfortable in a special garden called Eden, along with woman under the protection of the Highest, until an unfortunate incident between the woman and a Serpent. The Serpent as you well know was called the Evil One and as you can guess, I…
Do you like receiving praise? Most people do. Wanting approval or appreciation for things we’ve done or achieved is normal. Receiving praise can be great because it helps boost our self esteem and self confidence but if we don’t receive it we can feel used, unappreciated and at worst depressed…
Ever get that feeling you're not moving ahead in life? Do you feel uninspired, unmotivated and lacking confidence in yourself and your abilities?
If so then you need to build self-esteem and gain more confidence in yourself so that you don't have to settle for a life any less than…
Do you know of a friend who is a shy introvert?
Perhaps, given that 1/3 of the world populations are introverts. But first, I would like to make clear that there is a distinction between shyness and introversion.
Shyness is not Introversion
Essentially, shyness is borne out of a fear…
As you put into play your personal improvement plan you might want to know what is the difference is between self worth and self esteem? Answer: They are basically the same. With self esteem you experience a sense of worthiness. And with a sense of worthiness you experience self esteem.…
There seem to be a lot of myths floating around concerning curing social anxiety disorder. Everywhere you go, there seems to be different advice, strategies, and techniques to overcome this emotional beast. So in this article, I'm going to discuss a lot of what NOT to do and then the…
Like many people who do a lot of writing I have different google alerts set up that keep me up-to-date with what people are talking about on the internet. An issue that regularly pops into my email box surrounds people’s self esteem and how they’re struggling to cope when words…
In 2006, the American Academy of Pediatrics issued a warning to parents: teach your kids about the media and the images that they are likely to see because of the sheer number of ads that bombard the typical child every day. Research studies cited by pediatric experts show that the…
If you, or someone you care about, is in an emotionally abusive relationship, you probably already know all about how it feels, but did you know there's more to it than just that? Did you know the damage it does is not just mental, it affects the body negatively, too?…
There are thousands of things like advertisements out there that can ruin ones self esteem. Growing up I have been bullied by many different people, mostly by teachers. They have told me, "Lexie your dreams are impossible, your never going to get that.." I grew up feeling stupid because I…
Building Self Worth
You might be wondering what self worth is, the simplest explanation is self worth being the value you place on yourself. It's directly linked to having high/ low levels of self esteem and confidence so it is important to make continued efforts on building your self worth.…
Building high self esteem in children puts them on the right path to achieving their highest potential in every area of life. Children with healthy self esteem are generally optimistic, confident and are better equipped to handle the problems and pressures of life. Here are 3 essential activities for building…
It is important to feel a sense of purpose. Feeling that you are needed, wanted, and valued gives you a reason to get up in the morning. For many people, their job gives them a sense of purpose. They are qualified for their position, and in some cases, they are…
If you've ever struggled from a lack of self-confidence like I have in the past, you know that it can seem like a long road to get to where you want to be. Then, once you get to where you want to be, you realize it's up to you if…
When I had my first child, there was no evidence that I was pregnant. It was the end of April and spring had fully settled in . A week after delivering, I remember throwing on a belly shirt, a pair of shorts, some thong sandals and running out the door.…
What is self esteem anyway? For me it’s the freedom to be, do and say what I feel or know in a balanced and strong way. It means not buying into other people’s opinions about me or anything that doesn’t agree with my values or beliefs. In a nutshell it’s…
Being confident in yourself can be quite a big deal! It can mean the difference between getting that job over the other candidates being interviewed or perhaps having the confidence to approach the opposite sex and work your charm. People who're confident in there-selves tend to be better conversationalists and…
Emotional abuse can kill one from finding a sense of self worth. Fifteen percent of all children are suspected to be subjects of emotional abuse. A study done with a group of women found that thirty six to 43% of them suffered emotional abuse in various phases of their lives.…
Our self esteem maybe more important to our success in every area in life than many of us even realize. How a person feels about them self may actually be the root cause of their inability to effectively cope with many of the problems people experience daily. Someone once said…
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