Title: 7 Ways to Help Someone With Low Self-Esteem
Headings: 7 Ways to Help Someone With Low Self-Esteem
7 Ways to Help Someone With Low Self-Esteem
7 Ways to Help Someone With Low Self-Esteem
What is Low Self-Esteem?
1. Recognize Their Feelings
2. Suggest Counseling
3. Practice Good Listening
4. Be Supportive
5. Include Them
6. Ask for Their Help
7. Help Others Together

Content: If your friend says something like “I’m good for nothing, no one likes me,” you probably want to say “That’s not true! You’re a great person, all of our friends love you!” Though this compliment may seem helpful, it’s unlikely that your friend with low self-esteem will believe it, even if you have been friends for a long time. Since your friend holds a low opinion of themselves, contradictory opinions, even though they are positive, create cognitive dissonance, an uncomfortable situation where reality doesn’t seem to match a person’s beliefs. This can cause them to gradually distance themselves from friends and seek out people who treat them badly. It is helpful in this situation to recognize how your friend feels, though neither confirming nor contradicting what they are saying. If your friend says “I’m no good, no one likes me,” you might recognize their feelings and reassure them by saying, “it sounds like you’re feeling isolated or alone. I know that can be tough. I’m here for you.” This type of response may seem awkward at first, but it will become more natural as you practice.