Tell yourself that you love life and that you are enjoying the journey you are taking.  Even if your road is bumpy, you are managing to negotiate the rough spots. You’re still here to tell others that you got through to where you are today. Keep moving forward and don’t focus on how difficult life can be. Think about the ways you’ve overcome challenges and become a better person because of them. For example, if you’re mad that you were laid off, think about how you have been able to spend valuable time with your children. No matter the size of the accomplishment, keep track of the progress you’re making. Look for accomplishments you have made to get you this far and let your past success propel you forward. It might help to write down your accomplishments. Then you can compare your new accomplishments to older ones and recognize how far along you’ve come. Make sure others give you the respect you deserve. Don’t let others disrespect you or speak badly of you.  Stand up for yourself, just as you’d stand up for a good friend who is being disrespected. Don’t put yourself down, especially in front of other people. If people hear you talking badly about yourself, they may think this is an acceptable way to treat you. Look for instances where you need support and give it to yourself.  Pat yourself on the back when you’ve done something well. Treat yourself kindly when you are learning something new and need encouragement to go forward. This is a good time to repeat your mantra, or adapt your mantra to a new situation. When you learn to be happy by yourself, you'll find that you end up feeling more at ease with yourself. In uncomfortable situations, which may have previously left you feeling lonely or embarrassed, you’ll be more likely to be at ease.  If you’re by yourself, don’t pull out your phone and start texting. Instead, pay attention to your surroundings. Do a simple activity like drinking a cup of tea and feeling present. If you're out and about (at a coffee shop, or at a party), remind yourself that your worth is not based on who, or how many folks, interact with you. This is also true if you are not in a relationship. Don’t define your worth based on whether you're single or not. You are a good companion for yourself. Learning to do something new is a fantastic way to help you learn to like yourself and build self-esteem. When you put yourself in a new situation, you may be outside your comfort zone. But you will also be able to acknowledge what you can accomplish. This can be an excellent self-esteem booster. Look around in your community for free workshops. Most communities offer all kinds of classes, from cooking classes to glass blowing tutorials. Check the flyers at your local library, or peruse your community's events calendar. Take a few moments once a week to write down things you’re grateful for.  A gratitude journal can help you remember what you have in your life. Savor and ponder the things you write about. Just going through the motions of writing things down won’t make you feel more grateful. Instead, spend a bit of time remembering the moment or feeling. If you’re having a bad day, or a day where your self-doubt has hit a high, give yourself a nice treat. Eat that amazing chocolate cake from your favorite coffee shop, or simply relax in a nice, hot bath.  This will let you take a time-out from your worries and the stresses that are causing your doubt. Once you've recharged, you can jump back into life feeling more relaxed. Pampering yourself is also important because it reminds you of the importance of your time and of your health. When you take a break, you are putting yourself first, instead of work, your significant other, your friends, family, school, etc.). Laughter has great long-term and short-term benefits that can help you in the process of learning to like yourself. In the short term, laughter can increase the endorphins in your brain, cool down your stress response, and stimulate circulation to help reduce stress. In the long term, laughter can make it easier to cope with difficult situations, relate to others, and improve your mood.  Get together with a long-friend and reminisce about hilarious events that you both experienced. Watch a funny movie or read a funny book. Just find a few moments in your day to have a good laugh. Make sure to treat your body well. This will help you find value in yourself and, consequently, like yourself better.  Make sure to eat right. Having a healthy diet will make you feel better inside and out. Try to avoid processed and friend foods. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, protein and whole grains. Get enough sleep. Quality sleep is necessary for your body to function properly and to feel good. Sleep boosts your immune system, and helps alleviate depression and illness. Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep each night. Drink plenty of water. Your body needs a lot of water to function properly and dehydration can lead to headaches, fatigue, and limited mental faculties. Women should get 72 ounces of fluids per day, and men should get about 104 ounces of fluids per day.  Exercise regularly. Exercise releases endorphins in the brain. These chemicals boost your mood and make you feel good, which in turn can help you like yourself more. Likewise, exercise helps keep you healthy.
اعترف بحبك للحياة. ابحث عن الجانب الإيجابي لتحديات الحياة. تتبّع مدى التقدم الذي تحرزه. دافع عن نفسك. ادعم نفسك. تعلَّم أن تكون مرتاحًا مع نفسك. تعلَّم مهارة جديدة. احتفظ بسجل الامتنان. دلِّل نفسك. اعثر على الضحكة في حياتك. اعتنِ بنفسك.