FEELINGS OF LOW SELF- WORTH

Are you constantly comparing yourself to others and feel you never measure up? People with low self-esteem often feel shame and self-doubt.  They tend to be very critical of themselves, and feel unworthy of love or praise.

  Individuals with low self-esteem may cope by:

• Becoming helplessness in the face of life challenges
• Playing the role of victim and relying excessively on others
• Projecting a false confidence
• Using  accomplishments to mask insecurities.
• Pretending to not care about what others think of them.

Regardless of how low self-esteem manifests, it can result in a number of problems:

• Depression and anxiety
• Lack of joy in life
• Anger, guilt, sadness
• A lack of resilience
• Loneliness
• Isolation
• Eating issues
• Codependency

Most people developed their self-esteem issues in childhood and have struggled for a long time. Fortunately, you can change your beliefs, behavior, and how you think about yourself.  Therapy can provide tools so you can absolve your negative beliefs and become more self-compassionate. It can help you develop a healthier and more realistic sense of self.