Seven practical tips to improve your self esteem

Last week I wrote about approval addiction and how it’s holding us back in life. Instead of making others responsible for your feelings, let’s look at some tips to improve your self-esteem. My friend and mentor Jack Canfield thought me that an increased self-esteem will lead to increased self-worth (not always the same thing) – and that if you can master your self-esteem you’ll be ready for anything as what other people say or think of you doesn’t matter so much anymore – if at all.

Here are ten practical tips that can help you improve your self–esteem.

1. Don’t give in to negativity or cynicism from bullies in your work place or in your personal life. Surround yourself with positive and successful people, and limit the time you spend with “friends” who are cynical and negative. The right network will create a supportive environment to help you grow and develop yourself more.

2. Be clear about what you want to achieve in life. Set goals, and work actively towards achieving them. Divide any big…