Self-esteem isn’t a verdict on your worth. It’s a social signal. Here's how to recalibrate it, compare smarter, and build ...

Instead of viewing confrontation as a battlefield, consider it a dialogue where mutual respect can flourish. By voicing your opinions and standing firm, you reinforce your worth to yourself and those ...

Instead of demanding respect or trying to display strength, the people who earn immediate respect show competence and ...

Self-respect isn't always about grand gestures or bold declarations. Often, it's the subtle choices we make and the boundaries we set that reflect how much we value ourselves. You might not even ...

Five subtle shifts people often notice right before everything starts to click, which means they're about to enter their most epic era of life yet.

Ready to build lasting confidence? Discover 10 simple, science-backed daily habits you can start today to improve your ...

Low self-worth can lead to unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and worsening mood. Taking steps to strengthen self-worth creates ...

The words you say to your children stay forever: these 10 positive phrases strengthen their self-esteem and build emotional ...

Did you ever find yourself asking, Why do some ride the roller coaster of life and others trudge along in a rut? Is it just the razor-thin distinction between self-esteem and self-compassion? These ...

There’s a clear line between respecting oneself and allowing others to cross personal boundaries. If you’re someone who values your self-respect highly, you know there are certain behaviors you won’t ...

Tension: Our sense of identity frays when we allow others to define our worth. Noise: Conventional wisdom teaches us “just be confident,” but offers no real insight into boundaries and self-advocacy.

A good way to understand CIVIC SELF-RESPECT – the title of my timely new book – is to recall a slice of American history from the late nineteen sixties and early nineteen seventies. Those were the ...