Reinforce and raise self-esteem tips:
- Do things you are good at. If you are not sure then explore new hobbies or activities
- Develop your talents. Practice them everyday. Try and kik them up. Have imaginary audiences.
- Set goals, start small, and work at a pace for you to achieve them. The smaller you start, the easier they get when you increase.
- Reward yourself for goals and successes at the time only. I am a believer of conditioned reinforcement.*
- Reinforce yourself, treat yourself. Tell your self "Great job, I'm proud of you".
- Be true to yourself and your values. Create your own boundaries and stick firm to them. This takes practice for anyone.
- Respect other people and their boundaries. Respect their rights and be a patient listener. If they are negative, remove yourself.
- Only surround yourself with optimistic people that bring out your good and places that are healthy & up-lifting..No Drama.
- Treat yourself as you would a best friend, take yourself out to fun places with you. Be your own best friend, who loves you.
- Always take responsibilities for your actions, and choices. This will help making good choices easier if you know there are consequences.
- Spend as much time in nature as you can with no headphones. Listen and observe the sounds. This helps to learn mindful and what it is. Take off your shoes and feel the grass or sand. Find a river trail and observe the different animals and flowers. This helps calm us and we feel good when we are calm.
- Dress in clothes that are comfortable for you and make you feel good when you leave the house. Don't worry about trends they are impossible to keep up with and afford. Buy a few outfits that you always have and you already know they are just right. No worries. Keep them basic. If you are still unsure of your identity
*conditioned reinforcement is neutral stimuli used to help motivate behavior