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We all struggle with feelings of low self-worth from time to time. Even the people who appear confident and self-assured are often covering up for feeling “not good enough.” Things like past traumatic experiences, emotional abuse in a relationship, or poor parenting are some of the things that impact our self-esteem. Sometimes, though, we say negative things about ourselves, and that fuels our feelings of low self-esteem. In this article, we'll look at some positive tips for building self-esteem. 5 Affirmations for Building Self-Esteem The good news is that we can build our self-esteem by speaking positively about ourselves. This is known as speaking affirmations. An affirmation is a truth that resonates with us. Maybe at some point, there was a statement someone spoke about us that made us wince internally. Even the positive statements still make us feel something negative because they are hard to believe. These statements that touch a nerve are important because they show us the beliefs we cling to about ourselves. “I do not need to achieve anything to be loved.” As children many of us were only noticed or rewarded when we achieved something. For some of us, it still feels as if we are constantly working to be noticed and appreciated. It can be hard to love ourselves or accept love unless we have achieved something or done something perfectly. The truth is that we are inherently worthy of love and affection even if we never achieve one thing in life. You are lovable because of who you are, not because of what you have achieved. “My past mistakes do not make me a bad person.” The Bible says that every single person has made mistakes, and yet every person is worthy because a good God created them. Some of us have [...]

Self-growth is a term often used alongside personal development. It is discovering and understanding your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It is learning to grow stronger in every area: physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. It is developing skills that will help you pursue your dreams and goals. It is growing marketable skills to land a better-paying job or position. Even if you work a full-time job, you can develop your self-growth by making minor tweaks to your morning routine. Tips for self-growth Your morning hours are precious. It is a time before the world awakens and children stir from their beds. It is often a quiet time, yet most people sleep through it. They wake up late for work, run around getting dressed, and leave work without breakfast or coffee, forcing them to stop during the commute, adding to their tardiness. But what if you could have a calmer morning? The following tips for self-growth can get you started. A morning where you work on important tasks and learn new skills is only one decision away. You are the only person who can stop you from hacking your morning routine and developing your self-growth. The night before: go to bed on time To have a productive morning, you must go to bed on time the night before. If you are used to staying up late, this may take some adjustment. Instead, try going to bed fifteen minutes earlier every evening until you reach the bedtime you need for restorative sleep. Depending on your needs, this can mean seven to nine hours of sleep per night. Creating a nightly routine will help you transition to bedtime easier. For example, try doing a relaxing activity like stretching poses or drinking hot tea. A routine triggers your mind to wind down and fall [...]