Strategies to Help Overcome Low Self-Esteem

Low self-esteem is practically an epidemic. We’re bombarded with images of impossible success and beauty daily. It’s hard to avoid making comparisons, and those comparisons never seem to work out in our favor. Add to that a few mean comments received in childhood, a workplace bully, and a few extra pounds, and your self-esteem is… Continue reading Strategies to Help Overcome Low Self-Esteem

How to be Less Self-Conscious

It’s no fun to be self-conscious. This one of the reasons that drugs and alcohol are so attractive to some people. These substances decrease self-consciousness. Self-consciousness is the result of wanting to control the image other people have of you. Ask yourself why you even care in the first place. Caring what others think is… Continue reading How to be Less Self-Conscious

The Value of Healthy Boundaries

Every relationship requires boundaries. What are boundaries? Personal boundaries set limits on how others can behave in your presence and interact with you. Certainly, your boundaries have been dishonored at some point in your life. Perhaps a partner used language that was unacceptable toward you. Maybe someone invaded your privacy by asking you a personal… Continue reading The Value of Healthy Boundaries

Simple Ways to Boost Your Mood

While it would be nice to win the lottery or take a vacation to Hawaii, your mood can get a significant boost by more likely, simple, and economical means. There are small actions that can result in a big boost in your mood. Your mood is largely a result of your thinking, attitude, and physiology.… Continue reading Simple Ways to Boost Your Mood