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Creating a common language base for relationships
Self-Esteem
We experience self-esteem as the sense of value, worth, and confidence we hold about ourselves. It reflects how we perceive our abilities, qualities, and place in the world. Self-esteem influences how we think, feel, behave, and interact with other people.
Healthy self-esteem is grounded in a balanced and realistic view of ourselves, where we both affirm our strengths and acknowledge our need for healing and growth, while still maintaining a positive, compassionate attitude about our inherent worth.
By cultivating self-esteem through self-awareness, self-compassion, and supportive relationships, we build a foundation of confidence and resilience that empowers us to navigate life’s challenges and pursue our goals.
Practice: Here’s a practice to help understand self-esteem. Practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice.
Within We Space
In the context of We Space (our relationship space), self-esteem is experienced as an integral aspect of how we show up and engage with others in a shared, co-created field. Within this space, our self-esteem influences how we contribute to the collective experience, affecting our ability to be authentic, vulnerable, and fully present. Healthy self-esteem in We Space allows us to participate with confidence and openness, trusting in our value while honoring the contributions of others.
As we engage in We Space, our self-esteem is both affirmed and shaped by the interactions, feedback, and support we receive from others. This dynamic interplay helps us to see ourselves more clearly, refine our self-perception, and deepen our sense of interconnectedness. By fostering a healthy balance between self-esteem and collective awareness, we create a We Space where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute meaningfully to the shared experience.
Practice: Here’s a practice to help understand self-esteem in We Space. Practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice practice.