Introduction to Self-esteem

In a world full of competition and struggle for superiority, low self-esteem has become one of the major human problems. It is no doubt that issues of low self-esteem, have even driven some into suicide.

This book contains a step by step analysis of tips to combat and overcome low self-esteem. These tips are universal and not limited to a particular age grade.

We are set to begin a journey, tailored toward combating and gaining superiority over low self-esteem. Nonetheless, before we kick off, let us define a few keywords.

Brief Definition Of Self-esteem

Self-esteem is simply, confidence in ones own worth.

Individuals may have high self-esteem or a low one.

This brings us to the definition of a low Self-esteem

Brief Definition Of Low Self-esteem

Low self-esteem is a circumstance, where an individual, lacks confidence in his worth.

How widespread has low self-esteem become in today’s world?

In our world today, low self-esteem has become one of the most common human weaknesses. Statistics suggest that 75% of teens suffer from low self-esteem.

However, teenagers are not the only ones, who battle with issues bordering on self-esteem. A good number of adults too battle with similar issues. Nonetheless, adults may express theirs differently.

Ways adults exhibit a low self-esteem

Adults, express low self-esteem in several ways. Below, are possible ways this could be done.

Negative attitude: Negative attitude, is a major way adults can exhibit low self-esteem.

Adults who battle with issues of self-esteem, often have negative feelings towards others. For example, an adult who feels he is short may begin to draw negative conclusions, simply because of the look he or she got from a younger person.

Feelings of under-achievement: It is not bad to have the desire to achieve more. However, a constant feeling of under-achievement is a major driving force of jealousy. Many adults battle with suchlike feelings.

Anger and hostility: A good number of adults today express anger over trivial issues. Anger over minor issues is another characteristic of adults struggling with low self-esteem.

Some adults who battle with low self-esteem, usually get irritated and angry, with those whom they see as superior to them.

Conclusion

The above listed, are but a few ways in which adults exhibit low self-esteem. In a nutshell, both adults and teens battle with issues of low self-esteem.

From the onset, it was stated that the journey to overcoming low self-esteem is a step by step process.

After concluding, that low self-esteem is an issue for both adults and teens, a look into the root cause of low self-esteem would be entirely beneficial.

Article Writer ✏️ Ordu Daniel

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