In the weeks to come, we will be exploring various strategies to help rebuild your self-esteem:
Challenging the Inner Voice
As
mentioned, individuals with low self-esteem have a very critical inner
voice. One of the best strategies to start rebuilding your self-esteem
is to challenge that inner voice.
For unfairly
harsh statements, be reassuring & praise yourself. (Ex: It might
not have been perfect, but I worked hard & did a great job!)
For
unrealistic statements, be realistic & learn from it. (Ex: Yes, I
got a D on this test but my other grades in this or other classes were
good. Next time, I will study more.)
For
illogic statements, be logical. (Ex: Just because one of my friends is
being quiet tonight, doesn’t mean she doesn’t like me. Maybe she is just
having a bad day or is tired.)
For
catastrophe statements, be objective. (Ex: Even though our relationship
ended and I’m grieving a huge loss, I’m a great person and we just
weren’t the right fit together.)
How did this strategy work for you? Were you successful in challenging your inner voice? Are you struggling and need more tips?
Ashley, Health Educator