If you are having one of those days where your self esteem seems
to be dragging you down, instead of wallowing in self pity, take
steps to boost yourself up! Maybe you just woke up not quite
feeling your best or made a significant mistake in front of
someone important. Perhaps you did not do as well as you thought
on your test or did not excel at your interview.
Everyone has had a day where the world just did not seem to be
on their side and that black cloud was persistently over their
head. Whatever the reason, learning a few tricks to quickly
boost your self esteem will have a bounce in your step and your
head in the clouds in no time!
Find a physically activity you enjoy doing. Whether it is
jogging, aerobics, or yoga, exercise is a sure-fire way to boost
your self esteem. If you are starting to feel low, take 15
minutes out of your day to exercise your worries away. In
addition to producing endorphins that raise your spirits, you
will have lessened your chances for disease, heart attack, and
stroke in one fell swoop.
If that capability is not enough to boost your self esteem,
then think about the physical effects of exercise. Even a brief
amount of exercise is enough to trim and shape up your body. The
old saying, when you look good, you feel good is in full effect.
Take a second to be silly. Whether you need a hearty belly
laugh or a moment to dance by yourself, a second is enough time
to feel good about yourself again. Many websites will send jokes
to your inbox on a daily or weekly basis. Sign up for this free
service and open the e-mail when you are feeling low.
There is nothing like a good laugh to remind yourself what a
great person you are. Put on your favorite song and dance like
there is no tomorrow. In addition to easing your stress, your
self esteem will shoot through the roof as the music brings back
favorite memories.
Allow yourself a luxury. Remind yourself you are important and
worthy of the world on a silver platter. When things are not
going your way and you begin to question yourself, take time to
reward yourself. Whether it is a chocolate kiss or a pat on the
back, your spirits--and self esteem--will be lifted. Write down
your goals that you have achieved and look back at them when you
are feeling low.
Maybe you were the first person to graduate from college in
your family. Perhaps you just closed on a fantastic house. Maybe
you made President of your organization. Whatever your
accomplishment, allow yourself a minute to remind yourself of
your worth. Keep of your family and friends to remind yourself
all these people are rooting for you to succeed. Make yourself
notes that congratulate yourself on handling a situation or
completing a goal.
Learn from your mistakes. As the old adage goes, when life
gives you lemons, make lemonade. Acknowledge where you made your
mistake and forgive yourself. That constant nagging guilt will
ruin your self esteem. Make the necessary means to rid the
guilt, learn from your actions, and move on. Think of mistakes
as happy accidents or learning experiences.
How ever you choose to boost your self esteem, know that by
doing so you approve of yourself as a person. Allowing issues to
get you down will only lower your self esteem further. By
keeping a positive attitude, you will have the ability to turn
around unsavory situations and make them positive ones. Keep in
mind you are a worthy person who has a bright future.
About the author:
Tony Robinson spent many years as a School Teacher and
Administrator. Always of concern was low self esteem and a lack
of confidence with some students. For more information visit
http://www.better-self-esteem.com
