In this article on how to improve your self-esteem, I share with you some tips that will help you boost your self-esteem and consequently get out of your comfort zone more often so you can reach your goals faster.
1 – Spend less time on social networks
Saiphoo & al (2020) show that people who already have low self-esteem tend to spend too much time on social networks, and they tend to replace their real-life relationships with virtual ones. This increases the risk of problematic use of social networks and distances people with low self-esteem from real life. These effects are not observed in individuals with high self-esteem.
In short, if you have self-esteem difficulties, it’s best to limit your use of social networks. What’s more, it’s also essential to monitor your actions.
Plan a limited amount of time to use social networks, and ideally schedule this time every day simultaneously.
Then get yourself a notebook to list everything you’ve done in that time.
Then review all the actions you’ve taken.
If you notice negative behaviors constantly occurring, try to find a solution to interrupt them. If you can’t, you can call on a life coach to help you understand what you need to change in order to return to behavior that is more beneficial to yourself and others.
Let’s move on to the next tip, which is to improve the quality of your relationships.
2 – Improve the quality of your social relationships
Harris & Horth (2020) show that the quality of our social relationships influences our self-esteem, and vice versa.
This means that anything you do to improve the quality of your personal and professional relationships will enable you to evaluate yourself in a more positive light.
It’s therefore important to reflect on the quality of your relationships in order to identify the interactions that have a negative impact on you. At the same time, it’s essential to identify the social ties that are beneficial to your self-esteem and well-being.
You don’t have to put up with unhealthy relationships in your relationship or in your professional life.
You can change what no longer suits you by developing the courage to change your life for the better.
If you can’t, it’s probably because of a belief you’ve acquired over the years that you have to do everything you can to get along with others. But if you think about it, you’ll realize that there’s no point in getting along with others if you’re not in tune with yourself.
Then, replace those toxic relationships with other acquaintances who help you to blossom and let what makes you unique shine. Do your best to spend as much time as possible with these people. Keep doing this until you create a network of people who appreciate you, provide constructive feedback, and bring you happiness.
Now let’s move on to the next tip, which is to learn how to deal with shame.
3 – Learn to manage shame
Budiarto & Helmi (2021) show that people who feel shame generally have lower self-esteem.
Learning to manage this emotion is very important for improving your self-esteem and, more generally, your well-being.
Think about recent experiences in which you felt ashamed, perhaps because of something you did, or because of rejection from those around you.
Take the time to relive these experiences and feel this emotion without trying to minimize or control it.
Allow this emotion to express itself freely, then identify the meaning you have given to this situation and, if necessary, give a more constructive meaning to this event.
Then decide what you could do differently if a similar situation were to occur in your life. Check whether these actions are consistent with your values, and feel reassured that now you’re better prepared to handle such situations in the future.
Ultimately, one way of dealing with shame is also to accept that you can’t please everyone and that each individual has a different perception of what is “right” in life.
By acting consistently with what’s right for you, you’ll be less influenced by other people’s opinions. By being more kind to yourself, you’ll be able to forgive yourself more and love yourself more. Learning to manage perfectionism better is also an important aspect of turning shame into a learning opportunity. To speed up this process, you can call on the skills of a confidence coach.
Now, let’s move on to the next tip, which is to practice mindfulness.
4 – Practice mindfulness
Chandna & al. (2022) show a positive correlation between the different dimensions of mindfulness with self-esteem and self-efficacy, indicating the usefulness of self-awareness (internal and external) for improving self-image.
The practice of mindfulness enables you to focus on the present moment and avoid wasting energy ruminating on what has happened.
At the same time, this practice allows you to feel emotions without denying or judging them, and this can also have a protective effect on your self-esteem.
In short, the practice of mindfulness gives you a better understanding of what’s going on inside and outside you. This means that you remain open to your environment and are able to seize new opportunities as they arise. This is possible because you have a clearer understanding of your potential, and it allows you to be more in action and change your life as you wish.
Think about what you can do to integrate mindfulness into your life. For example, you can make it part of your evening routine, as it also has positive effects on your ability to relax. By creating this new habit, you’ll give yourself the space you deserve, which will benefit your mind, your health, and your bottom line.
If you don’t want to practice mindfulness, you can take out a journal and write down all your thoughts. Doing so will help you clarify your thoughts and develop a more objective view of your situation.
Conclusion on how to improve your self-esteem
In this article on how to boost your self-esteem, I’ve shared with you some tips that will help you develop the courage you need to face different situations in your professional and personal life.
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