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
Tag: Self-esteem
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
Eurovision and the Irish ‘yes’: yesterday was a good day…
I fully embraced Eurovision last night...I went dressed as Sweden which obviously turned out to be an excellent choice when they won! Eurovision is an excellent example of people embracing their true self and showing it off to the world (even China this year) in all its glory. Conchita Wurst, the winner of last year's … Continue reading Eurovision and the Irish ‘yes’: yesterday was a good day…
Boost of the day #38: Self love
Boost of the day #37: Believe in yourself
Rely on your own strength rather than others. You are enough.
Booster tip #4: Self reflection
Self reflection is tough. Sitting down and thinking about yourself, your real needs, your flaws, your strengths, your heart's desires is hard work. But as the quote says, taking the time to discover and wrestle with your demons will enable you to accept yourself and boost your self esteem. It was an interesting moment when I … Continue reading Booster tip #4: Self reflection
