Causes of Low Self-Esteem

One of the greatest obstacles to success in life and in work is low self-esteem. If we have low self-esteem we do not have confidence in ourselves and our abilities.

Confidence in ourselves is a critical driver for us to move forward in life…

Not only can low self-esteem cause us to lose a job opportunity, but it can have very serious effects – leading some to depression and potentially to suicide attempts, eating disorders, teenage pregnancy, possible delinquency, and to the possibility we will be victimized as we don’t feel worthy of better treatment.

What really is self-esteem, and what are the causes of low self-esteem?

According to the Joseph Rowntree foundation (Source; www.jrf.org.uk) the scientific community has not been in total agreement on the definition of ’self-esteem’.

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