Day Two: A physical feature I like about myself It feels weird typing this, but I really like my bum. It can be annoying having one that's a little on the large side and not in proportion to my waist. My struggle of trouser shopping can be long and painful (literally when they get stuck at my … Continue reading 30 Day Self-Esteem Challenge: Day 2
30 Day Self Esteem Challenge: Day 1
I just came across an excellent idea from Cara's blog - the 30 day self esteem challenge! So I thought I should definitely share this and get involved... Day One: A facial feature you like on yourself I know it's what a lot of people would say, but I really do love my eyes, particularly the … Continue reading 30 Day Self Esteem Challenge: Day 1
Booster tip #5: Five simple ways to show yourself some love today
To boost your self-esteem, you need to start treating yourself like you would to somebody you love. Here are five simple ways to do so during your day! 1. Allow yourself to wind down and relax Even if you can only spare 5 minutes thanks to a busy day, make time to sit down and … Continue reading Booster tip #5: Five simple ways to show yourself some love today
5 tips to stop being a people-pleaser
People pleasers. Parents, friends, men, colleagues, even strangers - you want everyone to think good of you. The thought of doing something that makes someone think badly of can make you very anxious. Being a people pleaser is not good for your self-esteem. Your mood and worth becomes dependent on how others react and think about you. So … Continue reading 5 tips to stop being a people-pleaser
Boost of the day #42: No more begging
Have you ever found yourself in a position where someone you like, or even love, is slipping away, ignoring you or treating you disrespectfully? Did you hold your head up high and walk away? I know I haven't always done this. People with low self-esteem often chase and cling onto the idea that a person still has … Continue reading Boost of the day #42: No more begging
Five characteristics of people with high self-esteem
1. Accept themselves unconditionally 2. Seek continuous self-improvement 3. Enjoy good interpersonal relationships 4. Willing to take calculated risks 5. Full of love for themselves and others What characteristics do you have or lack? The first step to boosting self-esteem is to identify what needs to be done. Then it's time to make some changes...
Top 5 Daily Boosts (so far!)
As a celebration of posting 40 daily boosts, I thought I would share the most popular boosts, ranked from #5 to #1... 5. 4. 3. 2. 1. Thanks for reading and long live the daily boost!
Boost of the day #41: Approval over criticism
Maybe this will sound too simple an idea for some, but I'm telling you it's been working for me. I feel like I have made real progress of late boosting my self-esteem, just by deciding to stop being horrible to myself. No more belittling myself when I make a mistake, no more slagging off my … Continue reading Boost of the day #41: Approval over criticism
Boost of the day #40: Stop criticizing!
I can't believe it's my 40th boost of the day! To be honest, I was worried I would run out of inspiring quotes long before now, but happily I have found another good one. Your self-esteem will get a great boost if you continue to work on making yourself the very best version of 'you' … Continue reading Boost of the day #40: Stop criticizing!
Boost of the day #39: I depend on me
I used to depend on others for my happiness. There's no shame in admitting that - it's all too easy to rely on the opinion of others to make yourself feel good. But living like that is dangerous. One rejection, argument, miscommunication can destroy your self esteem and happiness. So start controlling your own happiness - … Continue reading Boost of the day #39: I depend on me
