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Low self-esteem
– how to recognise it and raise it effectively?

Do you often think you are not good enough? Do you find it hard to accept compliments, or are you afraid of taking on new challenges? Low self-esteem can affect your everyday life, your relationships and your personal development. The good news is that you can strengthen it – both through working on yourself and with the support of a psychologist.

Find out where low self-esteem comes from, what its symptoms are and how to build self-confidence effectively.

What is low self-esteem and where does it come from?

Definition

Low self-esteem, also called diminished self-worth, is an inner conviction that you are not good enough, valuable or competent enough.

It is often accompanied by:

Excessive comparing yourself with others
Fear of being judged
Excessive comparing yourself with others
Possible causes

Low self-esteem does not appear for no reason. It can have its source in:

Childhood experiences

criticism, lack of emotional support

Trauma

Difficult family relationships, negative experiences at school or work

A culture of comparison

the influence of social media and the pressure to be “perfect”

Perfectionism

the belief that if you are not the best, you have no worth

Symptoms
of low
self-esteem

Do you find it hard to notice your own successes? You may be struggling with low self-esteem if:

You constantly think that others are better than you
You don't believe compliments are sincere and you downplay your achievements
You fear new challenges and avoid them because you are afraid of failure
You tend towards perfectionism and judge yourself harshly
Your sense of self-worth depends on other people's opinions

How can psychological therapy help in building healthy self-esteem?

Understanding the source of the problem

A psychologist can help you to:

Cope with critical thoughts
Gradually build self-confidence
Use positive psychology techniques, e.g. keeping a gratitude journal or identifying your strengths

Understanding the source of the problem

Practical exercises and tools

Strengthening self-confidence in everyday life

If you feel that low self-esteem is limiting your life, book a consultation and begin your journey towards better self-esteem!
Book an online session

Frequently asked questions

Is it possible to deal with low self-esteem on your own?

How long does therapy for low self-esteem take?

Can online therapy help in building self-confidence?

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