First published 20 August 2021. Updated 27 September 2024.
Self esteem can ebb and flow dependent on what is happening in your life.
When negative feelings show up in different ways like constant self-criticising, comparing yourself to other people, fearing you may fail at things you do or feeling unloved and unwanted, it may be a trigger to seek support.
There are pathways to support and you may try some different ways before landing on what is best for you.
1. Therapists
Therapists can be a valuable addition to your current health team. A trained therapist can offer support and tackle the problem you feel is affecting you the most.
You can access therapists via your GP and working with your GP on a mental health plan. You may also find it useful to access some of the online support via chat, email or forums. Beyond Blue is an example.
2. Community groups
These can be located in the area where you live and most of the local councils list them on their websites, at your local shopping centres or in your local paper. Some may be organised religious groups and many are not affiliated with religious groups.
3. Journaling
Journaling can be a useful way to jot down your thoughts and make some goals, however big or small, and plans to achieve them. Writing your experiences down can bring clarity and also allows you to look back on whether what you are doing is helping your self esteem.
It can be really hard to seek support when you aren’t feeling good about yourself so try your hardest to take the next step. Make sure you let people know you are struggling a little so they can help you in the way that is best for you.
Reference
Kaley, J (2021, Feb 3). Finding support for low self esteem, HealthyPlace. Retrieved 2021, July 21 from https://www.healthyplace.com/blogs/buildingselfesteem/2021/2/finding-support-for-low-self-esteem
