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*ruce lee
writes:Hi guys. I have low self-esteem and I don't understand why. My Psychiatrist says it could be because of my social isolation and Asperger's Syndrome. But I am wondering if there are other reasons behind it all.I know that I am fat but I don't think that has much to do with it. Could it be because I am not grateful to be alive? Someone once said to me that if one is not grateful to be alive, they can never be happy nor have high self-esteem.Is gratitude the solution? Am I just an ungrateful person who doesn't care about anything?Any ideas? How can I develop higher self-esteem?Thanks for your time.
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reader, bruce lee +, writes (27 May 2010):
bruce lee is verified as being by the original poster of the question Thanks for your answers. I think low self-esteem is a problem for a lot of people. And we all want to feel better about ourselves.
But the issue is where does self-esteem come from? I don't know the answer, but I'll find out one day.
With increased self-esteem, there is maturity, humour, acceptance, and less depression.
I hope that all made sense.
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reader, anonymous, writes (27 May 2010): Hey Bruce,
There could be many other reasons for your low self esteem, but as your Psychiatrist suggested the main two are probably the ones he suggested. Instead of trying to find other reasons perhaps you should focus on those two first. Focus on the things you need to do remove these as sources of low self esteem only when you've done that should you look for other reasons and only if your self esteem hasn't improved.
There's no point looking for more problems when you already have ones that you can work on if you know what I mean.
Best of luck man,
See you again soon.
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reader, anonymous, writes (27 May 2010): I wouldn't be able to offer advice on anything here, but I can share my personal story.
I don't know your personal situation, nor do I know you, but I have heard that once people understand what it means to have Asperger's that they worry about being accepted in society and loved. I don't know if you have that problem? If you do, read on. If not, the following will be of no comfort to you.
My father has Asperger's. A discovery he only made a few years ago. I love him very much. Always have, always will. (I am 16) He found love with my mom and they've been married almost 20 years. He has friends, a beautiful home and a good business.
So what I'm really trying to say: people will accept you even if they don't understand completely. You are & will be loved.
I hope you manage to find your self-esteem and where it proudly as everyone should :) Good luck in your quest.
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