Title: How to Be a Good Person That People Look up To: 10 Steps
Headings: How to Be a Good Person That People Look up To
How to Be a Good Person That People Look up To
Part 1
of 2:
Working on Yourself
Part 2
of 2:
Interacting with Others
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Trudi Griffin, LPC, MS
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Content: If you feel you have low self esteem, pursue activities that make you feel good about yourself. For example, if you're good at listening to others, you could volunteer at a nursing home and spend time talking with people there. You can feel positive about doing good work that fits with your skillset. Talk to yourself in a positive way. When you're faced with a challenge, tell yourself, "I can do this." When you do something well, congratulate yourself. It can be very difficult to improve self-esteem, especially if you have any preexisting mental health conditions that affect your perception of yourself. If this is the case, consider seeing a therapist or counselor to talk through these issues. You can find a therapist by asking your general practitioner for a referral or looking online through your insurance company to see what practices and independent counselors accept your insurance. If you're a student, you may be eligible for free or discount coverage through your college or university.