Do you want to build a positive relationship with yourself? Therapist shares 4 tips

From creating self-awareness to learning from setbacks, here are a few ways to build a positive relationship with ourselves.

Published on: Mar 26, 2024 1:33 PM IST

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In order to be happy, content and healthy, it is important that we build a positive relationship with ourselves. Understanding our needs and values and aligning our life choices with our belief system helps us to have a goal that is healthy for us. "It begins with self-awareness and self-acceptance, acknowledging and embracing both your strengths and weaknesses without judgment. Cultivating self-compassion is crucial too, treating yourself with kindness and understanding, especially in times of difficulty or failure," wrote Therapist Gessica Di Stefano. (Unsplash)

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The journey of healing requires a lot of love, trust and self-compassion.  (Unsplash)

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We should take time to know ourselves and cultivate self-awareness by knowing our strengths, weaknesses, triggers and behavioural patterns.  (Designecologist)

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We should be aware of the things that do not make us happy and drain our energy instead. We should set healthy boundaries and promptly say no to such things.  (Unsplash)

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Instead of criticising ourselves during failures, we should see setbacks as opportunities that we can learn from. This can further help us to create more resilience and deepen our self-appreciation. (Freepik)