Title: CMHC Self Esteem
Headings: Self-Esteem
Self-Esteem
What is Self-Esteem?
Poor vs. Healthy Self-Esteem
Where Does Self-Esteem Come From?
Childhood experiences that contribute to healthy self-esteem include:
Childhood experiences that may lead to low self-esteem include:
What Does Your "Inner Voice" Say?
Three Faces of Low Self-Esteem
Consequences of Low Self-Esteem
Three Steps to Improved Self-Esteem
Step 1: Rebut the Inner Critic
Step 2: Practice Self-Compassion
Step 3: Get Help from Others
Reading Materials
Websites
Where can I find help?

Content: If you can remember that emotions come and go and eventually pass, it will help you to not become overwhelmed by your feelings. Step 3: Get Help from Others
Getting help from others is often the most important step a person can take to improve his or her self-esteem, but it can also be the most difficult. People with low self-esteem often don't ask for help because they feel they don't deserve it, but other people can help to challenge the critical messages that come from negative past experiences. Here are some ways to reach out to others: Ask for support from friends. Ask friends to tell you what they like about you or think you do well. Ask someone who cares about you to just listen to you vent for a little while without trying to fix things. Ask for a hug. Ask someone who loves you to remind you that they do.