Self-image is a personal view or mental picture that we have of ourselves. Some steps to develop a positive self-image are as follows:
- Making a list of one’s positive qualities
- Asking others to describe one’s positive qualities
- Defining achievable personal goals and objectives
- Trying to overcome illogical and irrational thinking
- Avoiding comparing oneself to others
- Developing one’s strengths
- Learning to love oneself
- Giving positive affirmations
- Remembering one’s own uniqueness
- Remembering how one dealt with problems