Self-esteem – how do I feel about myself? This is the emotional component of self-worth. Approximately a dozen ligaments hold together the human knee. If any of them is injured, the function of the ... Read More about Cultivating and Nurturing Self-Esteem
Supporting someone emotionally is a way of re-assuring them. Sometimes, people need an affirmation like that, for their mental well-being or to continue on a forward path. The warmth and ... Read More about Supporting
Nurturing is an extension of comforting. It is emotionally satisfying but more important, it facilitates growth and a sense of self-worth. Nurturance is protection's more affirming twin. Both are ... Read More about Nurturing
Sometimes, we need to be protected. Sometimes, our job is to protect others from harm. "If someone cares about me enough to protect me from harm, then perhaps I should care about myself." As social ... Read More about Protecting
To guide, to teach, to re-direct, to discipline – these may not be as satisfying emotionally as comforting but when properly done, they are essential. I am glad to take you by the hand and lead you ... Read More about Guiding
Comforting others and ourselves is an important building block to self-worth. Sometimes it feels like what we need most. "When you’re weary, feelin’ small, When tears are in your eyes, I will dry ... Read More about Comforting
How do we feel about ourselves, think of ourselves, and express our self-image in action? That is the essence of self-worth. We need a solid foundation in self-worth of be of use to ourselves and ... Read More about Cultivating and Nurturing Self-Worth