What Is Self Esteem, and Why Does It Feel So Fragile?
Somewhere along the way, a lot of us quietly decided we weren’t quite enough. This episode looks at where that belief comes from and what research says actually helps it loosen its grip.
You’ll hear about:
What self esteem really is, and why it’s different from confidence
Why boosting self esteem alone hasn’t worked the way people hoped
How self compassion can give you a steadier sense of worth
What to do when your inner critic gets loud, including a simple question to ask yourself
A small habit for noticing the good things you handle each day
This one is for anyone who can list their…
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