How we think about ourselves is how we are going to relate to others, and influences how we work, play, and learn. Self-esteem includes our assessment of ourselves, our worthiness, the extent to which we see ourselves…our ability to succeed, and our ability to overcome challenges.
If our self-esteem is low, we do not see ourselves as successful, we isolate ourselves and tend to feel defenseless and unloved. On the other hand, if our self-esteem is high, we are poised and confident, less likely to be influenced by others. People who triumph in life tend to have a tremendous sense of self-esteem.
If we have high self-esteem, we treat ourselves well and are treated well by others. This in turn reinforces our belief in ourselves, and when combined with our past experiences; enables us to believe that our future endeavors will be successful. When a specific goal is not accomplished as planned, an individual with high self-esteem may choose instead to view it as a stepping-stone to something better, greater and more enriching. And they go on.
If you have high self-esteem, you will: If you don’t have high self-esteem, how do you build it? Dr. Carolle Jean-Murat, MD is a board-certified gynecologist and medical intuitive. She offers intuitive consultations (by telephone & in person). Dr. Carolle has worked extensively with female veterans survivors of military sexual trauma – MST, to include in-depth assessments, providing individualized alternative treatments, and testifying on their behalf at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Her new award-winning memoir is presently available at Amazon.com
For more information please visit her website www.DrCarolle.com or call 619-850-5030.
• Not be afraid to stand out in a crowd.
• Not compromise your high standards, which include respecting your body as the temple that it is and leading a healthy life.
• Stand up for what you believe in.
• Have healthy boundaries in all areas of your life such as at work, your intimate relationships, relatives, and children.
• Not give in to a system you don’t respect.
• Not be afraid to speak out against injustice.
• Dare to have big dreams, commit to them, and make them happen, even if you have never met anyone who has succeeded.
• Learn to value yourself as much as you value the lives of others, and carve out time for your own well-being.
• Read self-help books, attend workshops and strive to learn and do all that reinforce the best in you.
• Surround yourself with positive people and cut the umbilical cord with those who don’t, even if those people may be your own relatives and best friends.
• Not be afraid to speak out against injustice.
• Dare to have big dreams, commit to them, and make them happen, even if you have never met anyone who has succeeded.
• Find a mentor. No matter your age, it is never too late. There have been many men and women who have inspired me one way or another over the years. Some I have never even met!
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