Habits that can lower our self-confidence
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- From harsh self-criticism to constant comparing us with others, here are a few habits that are unhealthy for our self-confidence.
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Building confidence and being confident in our own abilities can take time. However, certain circumstances can delay this process and make us feel that we are not enough. " These habits form a web that entangles confidence, feeding into a state of mind that decreases self-worth and suppresses personal growth. If we can recognise and address these habits, we can begin nurturing a healthier self-image and bolstering confidence," wrote Therapist Nawal Mustafa. Here are a few habits that can lower our self-confidence.(Unsplash)
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When we are constantly surrounded by people who have a negative perspective about us and are always criticising us, we tend to feel that we do not have enough capabilities. (Unsplash)
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When we set impossible high standards for ourselves, we mostly end up not meeting them. This forces us to do harsh self-criticism and we end up feeling underconfident. (Unsplash)
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Everyone has their own journey. When we constantly compare ourselves with the journey of another person, we may feel that we are not good enough. (Unsplash)
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Negative self-talk and harsh self-criticism can harm our mental and emotional health. This further makes us doubt ourselves. (Unsplash)
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