Why are confidence and self-esteem important?

Building confidence and self-esteem is a process that requires effort, courage and a lot of patience. Confidence is based on self-esteem, dignity and the belief that we can face any challenge or dilemma in our lives. Self-esteem is the way we talk about ourselves.

Characteristics of people with confidence and self-esteem

– They believe in their abilities. Although they know they have weaknesses, they are very aware of the abilities they have and know how to take advantage of them. The most important thing is that they do not allow the negative opinions or comments of those around them to affect them if there is no reason and if there is, they are able to recognize their mistakes and change them.

– They solve their problems. People with confidence and self-esteem are able to see their problems and make decisions that will allow them to move forward. They face even the most complicated problems and do not wait for anyone to give them the clues to get ahead, but rather they look for them and follow the right path.
– They face and eliminate their fears. We all have fears, some irrational and some not. People with sufficient confidence and self-esteem are able to accept their fears, face them and eliminate them. Although this may be a complicated process, they know that it is necessary to move forward.

– They have the ability to calculate risks. People with correct levels of self-esteem and confidence are able to see the risks of the actions they take. This is becauseAlthough they can face the fears that could hold them back and know their abilities, they are also aware of their weaknesses and what they cannot do.
– They love and respect each other. A person with self-esteem and confidence will be able to see themselves as they are and love and respect themselves with all their characteristics. This is reflected in all aspects of her life since she will impose certain standards of behavior that she is willing to accept.. When another tries to fail these standards, this person will have enough courage and determination to demand the attitudes he expects in a polite and courteous manner.

Confidence and self-esteem in our lives

Psychologists agree that confidence and self-esteem are determining factors in all aspects of our lives: our happiness, the success we achieve, interpersonal relationships, creativity and sexual life, just to name a few. According to what psychologists indicate, The better levels of self-esteem and confidence we have, the easier it will be to achieve our goals.

Origins of self-esteem and confidence

These two characteristics are originated and fostered from childhood and within the family. We must remember that this is the basic core of the formation of the human being and that An environment dominated by excessively critical and perfectionist parents can cause serious emotional problems in adults. On the contrary, a healthy environment fosters physically and emotionally healthy adults.

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