Low Self-Esteem

Low Self-Esteem

Boost Self-Esteem With Affirmations

Did you know that some consider low self-esteem to be the result of negative messages being absorbed by the subconscious? And if this is the case...it makes sense that feeding your mind more positive messages can make a powerful difference!

What stops most of us is not knowing what to say or how to word our affirmations for the best results. Below you’ll find some simple tips to help you write effective affirmations for improving your self-esteem.

Present Tense. First, it’s helpful to word affirmations in present tense, not future. You wouldn’t want to say, “I will learn to love myself” because that makes it sound like you’ll get around to it “someday.” Instead you could say, “I choose to love myself.” The wording of that affirmation does two things: it empowers you with the addition of the words “choose to,” and it puts the time-frame in the present moment.

Believable. At the same time, your affirmations should be believable to you. If you tried to say, “I am a wonderful person with a lot to offer the world,” you may not really believe that, so your subconscious mind might reject it. Instead, try to focus on a process rather than an end result in your affirmations. Say something like, “I am learning to embrace my uniqueness and share it confidently with others.”

Use The Right Tone. When you say your affirmations, you can do them either aloud or mentally, but you should focus heavily on the TONE you use. Rather than saying the words without emotion, like you were reading a newspaper – you have to inject an element of love and tenderness into them. Your subconscious mind picks up on the emotional aspect of what you’re saying more than the actual words. Imagine the difference between saying the words, “I really love myself” with a tone of love and compassion, or sarcasm. Which do you think would have a greater impact on your subconscious mind?

Repetition. Once you have some affirmations to work on your self-esteem, try saying them several times a day. Remember, your subconscious mind is constantly playing back old, negative messages – so you want to counteract those as much as possible. Keep saying your positive thoughts on a regular basis - especially when you become aware that you’re thinking negatively about yourself.

Give It Time. Finally, remember that it will take time to change those old, negative messages in your mind to something more positive. It may take a few weeks or even a few months before you’ll notice any difference in how you feel, and you may even think it isn’t working. But stay with it, and you will begin to see a difference eventually! Changing your low self-esteem will be a gradual change. But little by little you’ll begin feeling more positive, and notice that you’re feeling just a bit happier and lighter. That’s your signal that it’s working!

Self Esteem Comes From Within
By Sharon Capehart

It is absolutely amazing what a little (or a lot) of self-esteem can do for a person. In fact, self esteem can pretty much make or break you. You see, we are all in control of our self-esteem and how we see ourselves. So, if you're a person that has low self-esteem and you see the world as a place that brings you bad luck, illness, or other misfortune then you are in essence contributing to your low feelings.

On the other hand, if you are a person with high self esteem, you focus on the positive and build yourself, then you will not experience much misfortune and will be better able to cope with those low feelings if they resurface. So, stop focusing on the negative and surround yourself with positive people and watch success manifest.

You Have The Power To Boost Your Self-Esteem

Sometimes it is hard to believe that you have the power to boost your self-esteem. However, if you work towards improving your self esteem, your life will change for the better. Just remember that it doesn't matter what others think or what they say about you. Instead, focus on feeling good about you and know that you are here for a reason. Also, you control what kind of person you are and what you can accomplish. You are in control of your destiny!

To instill this in your head and heart, use positive affirmations every single day. All day long you should tell yourself "I am worthy. I have a purpose. I believe in myself. I can and will accomplish my goals and overcome obstacles. I am strong. I am courageous." This trick alone will boost your self-esteem immensely.

When you recite your positive affirmations, get into them. Feel the power. To begin, look at yourself in the mirror and repeat your affirmations with a smile. This will instill the words deep into your psyche and will cause a positive reaction in the universe.

By keeping a positive mental attitude and your head up, you will become stronger and more focused. Then, no matter what life throws at you, you'll have the courage to succeed because you know that this too shall pass and is not a reflection of you as a person. It is a mere condition.

Here are some additional tips to build your self-esteem:

1. Think of self-esteem as building block to success. Start from the inside out. Keep a positive mental attitude at all times. See yourself as a person with high self-esteem. Stay content and happy and pay these positive feelings forward. That is, always try to compliment others and see the best in others. By concentrating on others, you'll also learn to see the good in you.

2. Be appreciative of what you have. Be thankful for small blessings. Take time out to enjoy the gift of life and never take it for granted. In no time at all, you will feel better about yourself and you will notice that you can handle things more smoothly.

3. Know that you can and will improve your self-esteem with a bit of effort. Just like Rome wasn't built in a day, it will take some time to eliminate negativity and see yourself in a more positive light. The key is to just keep trudging along and evolving every day.

4. Don't focus on the past. Instead concentrate on the future. It is very important not to dwell on the past. Instead concentrate on how you plan to make a change today. After all, everyone makes mistakes, but it is those that move on that are most successful.

In conclusion, improving your self-esteem can be done. You have the power to change yourself for the better. By believing in you, you can move mountains. You can build and sustain a strong foundation. You can make a difference in the world. One step at a time.

Go From Low Self-Esteem To Words Of Affirmation

Whether from her home office in Dallas, Texas, or traveling around the country, SHARON CAPEHART, the Empress of Empowerment, makes it her mission to "wake up" women everywhere to the incredible potential they have long forgotten they possess. She is the author of "The Power 2 Be You!," creator of "A Woman's Path to Success" as well publisher of the FREE Power Up! ezine.

Sharon's breakthrough "Path To Success" series helps women build a solid foundation for success as Sharon herself guides them on a journey to a life filled with excitement and personal power! "A Woman's Path To Success" is available now at Positively Women

Sharon Capehart, Empress of Empowerment, is an Author, Coach, Speaker and Entrepreneur. Sharon will help you build a solid foundation of confidence, cultivate a success-oriented mindset, and walk with you on your journey to a life filled with Passion, Excitement and Personal Power. For more information please visit Positively Women

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