Why is it so easy for us to look in the mirror and point out all our flaws? Why is it that we rarely acknowledge all the things we love about ourselves? If you find yourself in a place of constant negative talk, follow these tips on how to acknowledge your strengths, increase your self-esteem, and learn to love yourself!
Give yourself grace, you are only human
For every negative thought, identify three positive thoughts
Acknowledge your strengths (i.e., creative, empathetic, kind, honest, etc.)
Think of ways in which you utilize your strengths in your relationships, in your professional life and your interpersonal life
Think of new ways to utilize your strengths in the above areas of your life
Write these down as a way to reflect when feeling down or to see how far you have come
Love yourself!