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Be your own greatest fan - part1
by Lisa White DesignerDo you know the meaning of the word Self-Esteem? " the term self-esteem is used to describe a person's overall sense of self-worth or personal value. Let us look at this definition in detail so that you fully understand it. It says 'sense of SELF-WORTH' not what someone else thinks your are worth. It says 'PERSONAL VALUE' not the value that another person has labelled you as.
Self-Esteem determines every decision you make in your life. You don't believe me? Let's see ... if you do not feel as though you will be able to do a good job at a particular task, will you attempt to do it? NO! On the other hand if you believe that you can conquer any obstacle place in yur way, would you not do everything in your power to succeed? YES!
There are two types of Self-esteem: low and high. The development of our perception of ourselves starts at a young age because we depend on the people around us to help build our high self-esteem, while teaching us how to maintain it on our own once we are grown.
BEING YOUR OWN GREATEST FAN is one of the best ways of maintain the highest of Self-Esteems. I know you might think that self-love is endulgent and wrong. It is not! In order for people to love and appreciate you, you must be first to appreciate and love yourself. You teach people how to treat you, therefore if you do not take pride in your appearance, your speech, your surroundings etc, then the people around you will treat you the same way.
Think about how excited you are when you see your favourite artiste performing ... you are all smiles and feeling all warm and fuzzy inside. Why can't you do that for yourself ... you did it for a total stranger ... come on I am sure you know yourself better than you know any of the celebrities. Seriously ... go look in the mirror and feel excited to be alive ... find three things you love about yourself.
Now get out there and show the world you are worthy!!!!!
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Philippe Moisan
 Tutorial videos, sci-fi writerThe expression self-esteem always reminds me of the author Martin Seligman, who says in "Learned Optimism" that he doesn't like the concept of self-esteem, saying Al Capone had good self-esteem. It was food food for thought. I gotta find what he says and I will post it here. I kinda agree with him, I prefer to talk about self-image, but that's me. :) Jul 27th 2011 14:58 |
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Paul Hines
  LiveGood Health And WellnessMakes sense Lisa, nice post. Keep em comin. Jul 27th 2011 15:07 |
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Rieke F.
 ConsultantAnd how many people do not have self-esteem???? Already kids are learning from their parents: you are able to do this or that when they do not behave the way parents want it to be. Self esteem is so important, to understand that we are doing good the way we are acting. There exist no wrong or right as everything depends on our way or perception. Jul 27th 2011 15:34 |
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Chukwuekwu Okonta
 Forensic accountant@Lisa, great positive and inspiring words, one has to love oneself before one can give and receive love. Respect for self, i read a book on that few years back. Waiting for part2. Jul 27th 2011 16:37 |
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Brenda W.
Life LearnerThe world would be a better place of more people had "self esteem." Don't you agree? Jul 27th 2011 18:29 |
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Lisa White
DesignerYes ... we need to raise our children to believe in themselves and to realize that they are just as important as the other guy ... it does not matter if the other person has more money; does better in school or has two parents instead of one. Teach them to be grateful and appreciative of what they have.n Oh yes and to strive for excellence. Jul 27th 2011 18:47 |
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Anna Novakova
Independent Marketing PartnerEach of us wants to live a happy and contented life, but low self-esteem that some of us, unfortunately not. Troubled with doubts about themselves, they feel that their lives and not based on anything that really were not born under a lucky star. It just bite the bullet and start working on your self-esteem! Each of us deserves to live happy lives, and each of us can also live it. You just want to. Jul 28th 2011 01:37 |
The Bible says to "love thy neighbor as thyself". There is appropriate self love as your article so well articulates. Thanks for sharing!
Jul 27th 2011 14:52