We all know that having good self-esteem can majorly improve our mental health while revolutionizing the way we perform at work and in relationships. But what happens when this esteem is low or, even worse, isn’t there at all? Having low self-worth is more dangerous than we might think—a lack of self-esteem may negatively affect both our mental health and our physical health.
This is why it’s so important to regularly ask ourselves how we can boost our self-esteem! Even if we choose to only spend a few moments each day thinking positively, any improvement can make all the difference as we strive to improve our well-being.
Below, we’ve listed a few tips for you to get started as you work toward improving your self-esteem.
Avoid comparing yourself to others.
For many of us, it’s tempting to compare our success and other aspects of our lives to our friends, co-workers, celebrities, or even just our favorite Instagram users. However, this is one of the quickest ways to tank self-esteem. Focus on your own progress instead of the perceived lives of others, and celebrate your achievements.