The media and even science imply that healthy self-esteem is vital for our mental health. So, what do we do when we think we're "meh" or not so great? Can we still live a fulfilling, contented life?

Our self-image plays a critical role in shaping our identity and influencing how we engage with the world. It encompasses not just our physical appearance, but also the way we perceive ourselves ...

Self-esteem refers to your opinion of yourself. Low self-esteem can get in the way of your enjoyment of life and your ability to achieve long- and short-term goals. It can also adversely affect mental ...

Teresa is a writer, yoga teacher, and writing coach located in Boulder, Colorado. She works to make whole-body wellness more accessible for everybody through science-backed health education and ...

Self-esteem is defined as our subjective evaluation of our worth as a person. Needless to say, it is influenced by how we think others perceive us, too. Indeed, in a recent poll of my readers, 20% ...