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Self-esteem: Take steps to feel better about yourself
3. Challenge negative or inaccurate thinking
1. Identify troubling conditions or situations
1. Recognize situations that affect self-esteem
2. Become aware of thoughts and beliefs
3. Challenge negative thinking
4. Adjust your thoughts and beliefs
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1. Spot troubling conditions or situations
2. Step back from your thoughts
3. Accept your thoughts
1. Identify troubling conditions or situations
1. Recognize situations that affect self-esteem
2. Become aware of thoughts and beliefs
3. Challenge negative thinking
4. Adjust your thoughts and beliefs
Content
1. Spot troubling conditions or situations
2. Step back from your thoughts
3. Accept your thoughts
2. Step back from your thoughts
Repeat your negative thoughts many times. The goal is to take a step back from automatic thoughts and beliefs and observe them. Instead of trying to change your thoughts, distance yourself from them. Realize that they are nothing more than words.
