FOR WRITERS

FOR READERS

FOR PUBLISHERS




FREE CHRISTIAN REPRINT ARTICLES

Christian Articles for All of your Publishing Needs!

LIKE US
Translate this Page Here

FOR WRITERS

FOR READERS

FOR PUBLISHERS




Word Count: 421

Send Article To Friend Print/Use Article

Contact Lorene Troyer


Improving Self Confidence: 10 Ways to Build Self-esteem

by Lorene Troyer  
1/17/2009 / Self Help


Do you suffer from feelings of inferiority and insecurity? A lack of self-esteem can prevent you from living a fulfilling life and accomplishing your God-given destiny. Fear is at the root of low self-esteem. It is a tool used by the devil to stop you from being effective as a Christian and it manifests as depression, confusion, indecisiveness and lack of faith. Low self-esteem comes as a result of focusing on the wrong thing. If you choose to focus on negative circumstances-the bills that are due, your faults and shortcomings, and the poor grades on your child's latest report card -you will be seriously depressed in a short amount of time. Here are 10 ways to boost self-esteem and have a faith-filled outlook on life:
1. Meditate on scriptures that have the answers to what you want in life. As you speak God's word out of your mouth and visualize it coming to pass, you will start expecting good things.
2. Stop comparing yourself to others. God made you unique and you can never be your best when you are trying to be like someone else.
3. Spend time giving God heartfelt praise. This puts your focus on Him and releases your faith in His ability to help you succeed
4. Consistently speak positive, faith-filled words. You can not think negative thoughts while you are saying optimistic things out of your mouth.
5. Don't say or think critical things about others. If you do, you may assume that others are criticizing you behind your back-not one of the best ways to build self-esteem.
6. Write out a vision for your life. Proverbs 29:18 says that people with no vision will perish. A vision will give you focus and cause you to be excited about life.
7. Learn to laugh at yourself when you make a mistake. Look at it as a learning opportunity rather than a reason to beat yourself up.
8. Exercise regularly. A good cardiovascular workout causes the brain to release chemicals that lead to feelings of well-being and a more positive outlook on life.
9. Look your best. Wearing stylish clothes that flatter your figure and getting your hair styled is a great way to improve self-esteem.
10. Laugh, have fun and hang out with positive people.
Low self-esteem will hinder or stop you from fulfilling your God-given destiny. Take whatever steps are necessary to renew your mind and get rid of inferiority. Choose to walk by faith and be the confident person you were meant to be.

http://gift-ideas-4u.blogspot.com/

Article Source: http://www.faithwriters.com-CHRISTIAN WRITERS

If you died today, are you absolutely certain that you would go to heaven? You can be! Click here and TRUST JESUS NOW

Read more articles by Lorene Troyer

Like reading Christian Articles? Check out some more options. Read articles in Main Site Articles, Most Read Articles or our highly acclaimed Challenge Articles. Read Great New Release Christian Books for FREE in our Free Reads for Reviews Program. Or enter a keyword for a topic in the search box to search our articles.

User Comments

Enter comments below. Due to spam, all hyperlinks posted in the comments are now immediately disabled by our system.

Please type the following word below:


Not readable? Change text.



The opinions expressed by authors do not necessarily reflect the opinion of FaithWriters.com.

Hire a Christian Writer, Christian Writer Wanted, Christian Writer Needed, Christian Content Needed, Find a Christian Editor, Hire a Christian Editor, Christian Editor, Find a Christian Writer


Main FaithWriters Site | Acceptable Use Policy

By using this site you agree to our Acceptable Use Policy .

© FaithWriters.com. All rights reserved.