Self esteem can be confused with self confidence. However, some people, for example actors or public figures, can have self confidence but also low self esteem. To esteem yourself is to see yourself as worthy and valuable. People who suffer from low self esteem find it hard to say "I like myself", or "I deserve to be happy", or "I am a good person". Most people experience low self esteem at some point in their life such as if they lose their job or relationship, however sometimes it can seem a permanent state. Common signs of low self-esteem include constantly feeling tired and having little motivation, feeling bored with life and feeling that there is not much to look forward to, wishing life was better, thinking negatively about personal abilities and possible opportunities, feeling like a failure or feeling hopeless and depressed.
At The Cavendish Psychotherapy Practice, London, we will explore how this negative self belief evolved, whether recently or from early experiences, and challenge negative thinking patterns in order to help develop a stronger inner sense of self and self belief to ensure a more fulfilling life.
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