How we think and feel about ourselves influence the way we react or respond to life stressors. A positive self-image affects our physical, mental, social, emotional and spiritual well being. Self-image can determine the quality of our relationships with others.
People’s self-image, how they see themselves is normally based on the compliments and criticism received throughout their life, especially when they are young and vulnerable.
Have you ever asked yourself ” What was I thinking?” or thought to yourself “That was stupid” when doing something? That was your internal voice judging you. In some people that internal voice can be too critical and harsh , leading to low self- esteem. In others, it may be so weak that they don’t notice when they are mean or insensitive to others.
Listening your internal voice and judgments of yourself is the first step to changing your self-image and esteem. One way to gain a better understanding of your current self-image is to imagine your reactions to different situations you encounter.
But sometimes it’s hard not to listen to an internal voice, even when the voice is critical. and sometimes a person passes internal judgement to protect him or herself from potentially awkward or uncomfortable situations. It is important that when you make internal judgements you also listen to the more rational part of yourself that can adjust for any reasonable criticism.
Building positive self -image is a lifelong process. Accept and love who you are. Self -image is directly linked with self esteem. Improving your self esteem will help you in creating positive self-image. Self-esteem is all about how much people value themselves, the pride they feel in themselves. A person who has high self-esteem is more control of his or her behaviour. Positive thought strategies can help a person in improving self-esteem and having a positive self image.
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Great piece of advice about creating a positive self image. I believe it is hard to accept our own flaws but as you said rightly that it is a life long process and with constant efforts we can do that too.
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Thanks you!
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It’s good to listen to your inner voice however sometimes the negative thoughts running in your head need to be controlled. Need to be grateful and positive in every situation
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Completely agree with you ,positive affirmation and incantation can help us to face any negative situations
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If we listen to self then we should be constructive in our outlook and find ways to improve. I completely agree self esteem is directly linked to self image and we should be positive the way we look at it.
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What a wonderful piece! I feel Self Image also helps others decide in how they should behave with you. If you feel positive and confident then that is how they will talk to you.
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Agree.. How you feel within it reflects outside and same get rubbed on others
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Such sane advice, every word seemed appropriate. You have a way with words buddy, keep up the spirit
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Thanks buddy.. We have some connection
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it’s essential that we see ourselves with love and respect before anyone else. self-image is essential to developing our personalities.
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Love yourself, everything else will fall in It’s place
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Loved the writing totally. I feel positive affirmations definitely help towards being positive. Yes it may take it’s due time but then the change that will come will even surprise you
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Completely agree with you
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Agree that accepting the way we are and bring change in our personality is a life long process. We all should learn to be comfortable in our own skin
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Very positive and motivating post. How we see ourselves is very important, world might be biased but we must think high of ourselves.
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Thank you for this. It’s a gentle reminder to self. Positive thoughts can lead to a good state of mind and a conducive environment for others to operate and communicate with one!
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I absolutely agree with you positive thoughts helps a person be more confident and happy in life.
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Yes I remember that once I wanted to listen to my inner voice but I could not listen due to circumstances. That was a very difficult time for me, I wish I could listen to my inner self then.
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Positive thoughts always makes a person more confident and happy . This is so motivating during this pandemic time .
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I agree with you! Positive thoughts and listening to ourselves are key. Our self image is built upon what we tell ourselves and it is important to have good image from which stems our confidence and habits!!
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Yes building a positive self image is very essential and most importantly we need to reassure the same to safeguard our well being.
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I was very young, maybe in 5th standard, I guess, when maa told me that your inner voice helps you in making right decisions and since then I never forgot about this. Absolutely loved reading this piece of writing.
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