15 Ways to raise your self-esteem

In your journal or notebook, answer the following questions as fully as you like;

• What do I like or value about myself?
• What do I do to take care of my physical self (my body)?
• What do I do to take care of myself emotionally?
• What do I do to reward myself, and when and how do I do it?
• When and how do I devalue myself or cut myself down?
• What are my hopes and dreams?
• What are my realistic expectations for myself?
• What are my unrealistic expectations for myself?
• In what situations do I have a sense of humour?
• When and how do I show love and affection?
• Where do I find hope?
• Under what circumstances am I open and honest about my feelings?