Title: Coping Skills and Positive Self-Regard | Living It
Headings: Coping Skills and Positive Self-Regard
Coping Skills and Positive Self-Regard
By: Cinnamon Westbrook, Loma Linda University Student

Content: As we grow and change we begin to learn more about who we are as a person, our strengths and weaknesses, personalities and identities, and with that knowledge we gain a greater awareness of how we feel about who we are. Sometimes we feel good about ourselves; we’re proud of who we are and what we can accomplish, but sometimes we are very self-critical, don’t feel good enough and wish we were someone different. This is negative self-esteem. How we view ourselves is critical to our mental health; increased levels of self-esteem can reduce anxiety and motivate us to accomplish our goals and be confident and happy individuals. What you can do about it: When the pressure is on and you’re not feeling very good about yourself there are things you can do to help cope with the sadness, disappointment and anxiety you are currently experiencing. Accept yourself for who you are. Be proud of the strengths that you have and don’t beat yourself up over your weaknesses.