“We often block our own blessings because we don’t feel inherently good enough or smart enough or pretty enough or worthy enough … you’re worthy because you are born and because you are here. Your being here, your being alive makes worthiness your birthright. You alone are enough.”
– Oprah Winfrey
Self-esteem refers to a person’s evaluation of his or her own self-worth. It involves a judgment about oneself. People with high self-esteem tend to view themselves positively and feel confident in their abilities. People with low self-esteem have a negative view of themselves that involves frequent self-criticism (negative self-talk). If you are experiencing low self-esteem, you likely have a harsh inner critic, a voice in your head that blames you, judges you, and downplays your positive qualities and achievements. The inner critic expresses your worst fears and self-doubt. It says things like: “I’m a loser. I’m an idiot. No one wants to be around me. I can’t do anything right. I’ll never succeed so I may as well not try. I’ll always be this way.” And so on. These statements of self-criticism tend to be repeated over and over. They increase your risk of developing depression and suicidal thoughts, and they impact how you relate to others.
The good news is that you can learn how to quiet your inner critic and become a positive, uplifting coach for yourself instead! I can provide you with the tools you need to recognize negative, self-defeating thoughts and replace them with more positive, affirming self-talk that will help you feel better about yourself. It takes a bit of work and practice, and I am here to guide you and support you through the process.