Self-respect (also referred to as “appraisal self-respect”) is the belief that someone deserves dignity and regard because ...

Black women have been at the receiving end of plenty of negative messages and news for quite some time, including within the last few months of the media cycle. And while many of us are used to it or ...

Self-esteem is a multifaceted construct that evolves across developmental stages and plays a crucial role in shaping mental health outcomes. It encompasses an individual’s overall sense of self-worth ...

Famed psychologist Abraham Maslow identified the various needs humans have and how those needs impact our ability to achieve our full potential. Healthy self-esteem, as represented in the fourth level ...

While there can be many forms of love—from your family to friendships to children—arguably the most important kind is the love you feel for yourself (because you can’t give from an empty cup).

One practice that is recommended by therapists is to get into the habit of journaling. Before I became intentional about writing in my journal, I’d do it every once in a while but I can’t say that I ...

You can only get so jacked before people start to assume you’re not in touch with your feelings. To help you develop both the body and the mind, Student Self-Improvement’s second issue will pivot from ...

Hedy Phillips is a freelance lifestyle writer based in New York. While she's not writing on topics like living on a budget and tips for city dwelling, she can usually be found at a concert or ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Our lives are based on self-worth. It affects the type of relationships that we ...