What is Self Esteem and Fear of Rejection How to Improve Our Self Esteem

Understanding Fear of Rejection and Low Self-Esteem

It’s always difficult to grapple with fear of rejection and lack of self-esteem. Whether it manifests itself as physical symptoms like nausea, chest tightness, dizziness, or mental symptoms such as disassociation and isolation, it is never easy to bear.

In this blog post, we will take a closer look at the underlying causes of low self-esteem and fear of rejection and discuss some possible solutions for overcoming these issues.

Root Causes of Low Self-Esteem and Fear of Rejection

Fear of rejection can manifest itself in various ways, but at its core it stems from a lack of self-confidence. Many people come to believe that they are not good enough or deserving enough to be accepted by others. This might stem from past experiences or even an internalized message that they are not worthy of love or acceptance. Regardless of the source, these feelings can lead to an overall feeling of inadequacy which leads to fear of rejection.

Additionally, low self-esteem can be caused by outside voices—those either spoken or unspoken—that tell us we are not good enough or that our efforts don’t matter. This type of negative reinforcement can cause us to doubt ourselves and our capabilities which further fuels our feelings of insecurity.

Self-Esteem and The Fear of Rejection
Sadly, as much as we’d like to deny it, we live in a world that is judgmental where people believe only what they want to believe as opposed to what the truth might be. People like to perceive, assume, judge, and compartmentalize others quickly, mostly based on their first experiences and so-called “gut-feelings.”

So, if you happen to impress people within the first few minutes of your interaction, they judge you as being relevant and hence worthy of their company, and if you don’t, then they’re quick to brand you as irrelevant and worthless.

Again, as much as we’d like to deny, as a society, we knowingly or unknowingly endorse this culture and even subscribe to it. We all want to feel included, want to be loved, appreciated, and accepted. Instead of looking for qualities from inside us, we seek it from outside, from society. These feelings can be magnified for people who have anxiety problems.

Feeling confident and safe to be able to express your thoughts and act at your will can be hard for anyone, more so for people struggling with anxiety issues. Because the brain is caught up in a stress-respond mode, people with anxiety can feel overwhelmed and uneasy by the mere effort of trying to be what they don’t feel.

This can catapult their stress levels and escalate their lack of self-worth and assurance. Because of all that is going inside and around them, they might feel forced to retrieve into a shell. They might isolate themselves from all the chatter and noise to silence the chaos inside. If you’re experiencing these feelings, then we want to know that you are not alone. Fortunately, there’s a way out of this situation.

How to Overcome Low Self-Esteem & Fear Of Rejection

The key to overcoming fear and low self-esteem is learning how to accept yourself despite your insecurities and doubts. Acceptance doesn’t mean resigning yourself to a life filled with worry; instead, it means understanding that everyone has flaws including you—and that you should embrace those flaws rather than try to hide them away.

Additionally, positive affirmations can help build up your sense of worthiness so you can begin viewing yourself in a more positive light.

The key is to establish a strong communication with yourself first and then with the outside world - Nerves and butterflies are fine — they're a physical sign that you're mentally ready and eager. You have to get the butterflies to fly in formation, that's the trick.

Talk to yourself. Reflect on all that you are going through. Why do you think, feel, and experience all that you do? Is there a lesson that you are missing? Journal your emotions. Work on the answers.

Face your inner demons, the unheard narrative from an outsider’s perspective. What is it telling you? Is there anything you can do to help address it? How do you want to see yourself five years from now? What’s stopping you from getting there? Work on them. Use verbal affirmations to remind yourself of how wonderful you are.

Establish communication with the outside world, with your dear ones at first. Create a loving environment. You’ll do great with their love and support.
Talk to the people who are close to you and tell them what you go through. Seek help and assistance when you feel low. Express yourself freely without worrying about being judged or ridiculed.

Finally, surrounding yourself with supportive people who share similar values can also be incredibly helpful. Having someone who loves you unconditionally without any expectations will help you learn how to trust yourself more fully so that you no longer feel like you have something to prove every time someone enters your life.

There are a lot of people who want to understand and help. You just need to ask and let them in. Reward yourself by congratulating yourself on your journey.

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Conclusion

Overcoming fear of rejection and low self-esteem is no easy task but it is certainly possible with time and effort! Embracing your flaws, practicing positive affirmations daily, and finding supportive people who share similar values are all great steps towards building the necessary confidence needed for true acceptance both from within oneself as well as from others!

With dedication and patience anyone can learn how to accept themselves fully despite their fears so they can start living the life they deserve!

Thank You for Reading!

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