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Old Oct 10, 2013, 03:45 PM
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I too have low self-esteem, and some of things my therapist has suggested for me are: Sitting in front of a mirror and telling myself that I am beautiful (even if I don't believe it, the more you say it the more you mind will start to believe), or acknowledge something about myself that I like. For me, it is my eyes. Another thing is to try learning how to accept compliments. This is very hard for me, but my T told me to just have fun with, even joke about it. Like for example, if my Fiance tells me I look nice, I will respond with something like "I know, I'm stunning!" Even though I don't believe it, I am accepting the compliment, which after awhile gets easier and easier. Another thing I do is try to use positive affirmations throughout the day. Here are some I found on a website for helping with self-esteem (and if you don't like these just make up your own: When I believe in myself, so do others. I am my own unique self - special, creative and wonderful. Also, I like to make lists of things I have accomplished, things I am good at, etc.

I hope you will find some of these ideas helpful... They have helped me a great deal.
Best of luck to you in your journey on loving yourself!
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Thanks for this!
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