Recognizing Low Self-esteem
Self-esteem can be defined as the magnitude to which a person feels worthy of respect, value, and confidence. It can be high, low, or medium based on how a person looks at themselves.
A person who has high esteem for themselves usually has high regard for how they are progressing through life and about themselves. On the other hand, a person who has low esteem frequently feels self-doubt and shame. These people usually spend quite a lot of time ridiculing themselves. Are you aware that low self-esteem can be a sign of many mental health conditions like depression and anxiety?
Self-esteem patterns
People who hold themselves in low self-esteem usually nurture a low opinion about their worth. These people often compare themselves to other people and conclude that they are inferior.
A person with low self-esteem can cope with it in various ways. Low self-esteem usually occurs in any of the following patterns:
1. Victimhood: Such people feel they are helpless if they face any type of challenge. They often resort to self-pity to stay away from changing their condition. Such people also depend on other people to guide or save them.
2. Imposter syndrome: Such a person uses false confidence or accomplishments to hide their insecurities. The person can resort to procrastination or perfectionism to cope with their anxiety.
3. Rebellion: These people pretend as if they do not bother others’ opinions about them. They may express their inferiority complex through blame or anger. Also, they are likely to break laws or defy authority.
Therapy can help in improving self-esteem
When such people start therapy, they are usually cautious about sharing their inner feelings and thoughts with the therapist to start with. However, in case the therapist shows compassion and empathy rather than resorting to correction or judgment, things can be different. The person undergoing the therapy usually becomes relaxed, leading to an effective therapeutic association.
Thus, if the therapist shows understanding and acceptance consistency, the person undergoing therapy may even start sharing “embarrassing” incidents during sessions. If the therapist continues to show compassion even after that, the person may come up with a new idea. He or she may start thinking there is nothing wrong with them. Thus, therapy often heals a person’s low self-esteem.
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