Self-esteem is a critical ingredient that
defines a person's character and influences the things he or she can and can't
do particularly when there people watching. Without it, it would be next to
impossible to survive in a world that has become increasingly interactive.
Some individuals have high
self-esteem, which explains why they can carry themselves well in front of
others; others, meanwhile, have low regard for themselves, which is why they
tend to be shy and unwilling to take risks when there's the slightest chance of
them being judged if they fail.
Accordingly, among the ill
effects of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis was the rise in substance abuse and
mental health problems among the affected population. For example, data showed
that 4 out of every 10 US adults experienced depression and anxiety because of
the pandemic's effects. Some of the known mental health-related impacts of the
pandemic include appetite loss, sleeping disorder, and substance or alcohol
abuse.
Now, if anyone in your family has
started showing signs of low self-esteem, you need to act quickly to address
the situation. By doing so, you can avoid the more serious effects of the
crisis such as the ones mentioned.
Here are four ways to maintain high morale and solid self-esteem within your family amid the raging pandemic:
