When the voice inside keeps telling you you’re not enough.
Everyone has days when their confidence dips. But if you’re constantly doubting yourself, harshly criticising your every move, or feeling like you don’t measure up—it might be more than just a passing feeling. Low self-esteem can quietly shape how you experience the world, often making life feel harder than it needs to be.
When you live with low self-esteem, it can affect everything from your relationships to your work, your goals, and your overall sense of self-worth. You might believe you’re less capable, less likeable, or somehow “not enough.” These beliefs can become deeply ingrained—often starting in childhood, and reinforced by difficult life events or ongoing stress.
How Low Self-Esteem Affects Daily Life
Low self-esteem isn’t just about thinking poorly of yourself. It often shows up in patterns and behaviours that can hold you back from fully participating in life.
Common signs include:
- Constant self-criticism and negative self-talk
- Difficulty accepting compliments or praise
- Feeling inferior to others or like you don’t belong
- Avoiding social situations or new opportunities
- Struggling with boundaries or saying “no”
- Perfectionism or people-pleasing tendencies
- Anxiety around how you’re perceived
- Feeling undeserving of success, love, or happiness
Many people with low self-esteem isolate themselves from situations that might challenge these beliefs—but this only reinforces the idea that they don’t belong or aren’t capable.
Therapy Can Help You Rebuild Your Sense of Self
Low self-esteem doesn’t have to be a lifelong struggle. With the right support, it’s entirely possible to challenge those internal narratives and develop a healthier, more balanced view of yourself.
Therapy offers a supportive and non-judgemental space where you can explore where these beliefs come from, how they’ve impacted your life, and what steps you can take to grow a stronger, more confident sense of self. We’ll work together to shift unhelpful thought patterns, improve self-compassion, and build resilience from the inside out.
Ready to Feel More Like You?
If low self-esteem is keeping you from showing up fully in your life, we’re here to help. Start by booking a free 15-minute introductory call—a space to talk through what you’re experiencing and explore how therapy can support you.
