Hello Funguy: I noticed this is your first post here on PC. So... welcome to PsychCentral.

Here are links to 3 articles, from PsychCentral's archives, on the subject of how to build self-esteem, the first by our host Dr. John Grohol, Psy.D.:

6 Tips to Improve Your Self-Esteem

How To Raise Your Self-Esteem – Psych Central

What Really Strengthens Self-Esteem – Psych Central

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