It’s useful to distinguish self-value from self-esteem. Self-esteem is how you feel about yourself, typically measured by simple questionnaires. High self-esteem often conflates with narcissism.

In a previous post, I described self-value as more important, desirable, and motivational than self-esteem. If everyone’s self-esteem were higher, there would be even more conflict and violence in the ...

A high-value person values their time and their own self-worth. They will likely stop behaving in ways that do not positively contribute to the passions they have, as well as their overall well-being.

In a world that profits from selling us products that target our deepest insecurities, it is important to have a strong sense of self-worth. While our self-value can fluctuate throughout different ...

How often do you find yourself questioning your worth in your romantic relationships? Do lingering doubts about your ...

In a world that constantly pushes us to compare ourselves, we often demand so much from ourselves that we forget the basics: treating ourselves with kindness and respect. Self-love isn't selfishness, ...