Episode 165: Unpopular Opinion from a Therapist: Working on Self Esteem Isn’t Necessary

Jul 15, 2024
 

 

                     

 

The theme this month is "unpopular opinions from a therapist" because I am going to talk about some topics that not every therapist would agree with. The first opinion I want to share with you is that it isn't necessary to work on your self esteem.

I know some of you are thinking of how important self-esteem is so hear me out on this one. By the end of this podcast episode you will see an alternative perspective to why working on self-esteem isn’t necessary. Plus I will actually point you in the direction of what is necessary.

 Additional Resources

 Check out the LDS Mental Health Skills Deck. I created deck of 52 skill cards that help you Strengthen and Fortify your Mental Health through a gospel lens so you can:

Have CLARITY IN YOUR THOUGHTS for more peace and cope with life’s stresses

Receive DIVINE HELP to increase energy and work productively

COMMUNICATE YOUR NEEDS and desires to connect and improve relationships

PROCESS YOUR EMOTIONS to create healing and have better self-care

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LDS Mental Health Co. is an independent organization and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The views expressed are those of LDS Mental Health Co. and its contributors.