Boosting Self-Esteem for Dummies Learn to: Cognitive behavioural therapists Rethink your self-image and be comfortable in your own skin Fact: even individuals who radiate confidence on the outside can still have low self-esteem. Whether you're someone who puts on a front or a shy, retiring type who frets about what other people think, this practical guide can help you to conquer insecurities, get assertive and let your inner strength shine through. So what are you waiting for? Open the book and find:
I absolutely loved this book - another in the excellent 'for dummies' series. I read 'Cognitive Behavourial Therapy for Dummies' last year (by the same authors), and this is every bit as good.
Lots of useful tips and exercises to improve that all-important self-esteem, and maintaining it at a healthy level. If your self-esteem is flagging a bit (as it can for all of us sometimes), this book can really plug you back in and steer you onto a more positive, helpful and happier path. I experienced positive benefits almost immediately after I'd picked this book up, which says a great deal!
I've learnt now not to be so tough on myself, give myself some recognition for my achievements and uniqueness, and how good it feels if I can benefit others too.
These situations they describe that the reader might be feeling is like 85% of how I behave. However, I'll just be happy I read it and finished with lots of ideas of how to be happier.