How can I have high self esteem if I know I’m not that smart?

[Whitndj]

Like I know my limits. I’m not arrogant like I’m so smart. I’m regularly aware of my limits. And no that doesn’t make me smart. It makes me wise enough to know my limits. I’m still weak and dumb

[Oliverlogan263]

Girl, don't be so hard on yourself! There are so many different kinds of smarts.

Just cause acing tests might not be your thing, doesn't mean you can't be brilliant in other ways. Some people are book smart, some are street smart, some have super emotional intelligence. And who says being "dumb" makes someone weak?

I bet there's stuff you're great at that others struggle with way more than you know. Like maybe you're really creative, or great with people, or have mad common sense. Those kinds of smarts will take you further in life than any textbook junk ever could anyway!

Plus, so much of what society calls "intelligence" doesn't matter half as much as being kind, working hard and believing in yourself. Those are the real keys to success and happiness.

So what if certain subjects don't click for you exactly? As long as you do your best and stay true to who you are, forget what anyone else thinks, you know? Own what you're good at and don't waste time worrying about the rest!

You've got way more awesome things going for you than not. Own it, girl! Confidence comes from within, not from what some test says. Chin up, babe - you're amazing just as you are!

[Ironic_Method]

Being smart is useful, but isn't the pinnacle of a great person. I'm smarter than most of my friends, but I definitely wouldn't say I'm better than any of them when they are more kind or patient or put up with my shit regularly.

[Nikki1989]

Everyone has unique strengths and talents. Identify yours and focus on developing them. There are many qualities that can make someone valuable and interesting.

[Whitndj]

Which ones are mine?

[Whitndj]

I try to have good morals

[Whitndj]

Thanks

[SeriouslyNotSerious]

Not all confident people I know are smart. 🤷🏻‍♀️ But they still did it. You can, too. Just practice and stay humble.

[morganherrel]

You don't need to have "high self esteem" by believing you're great.

1) You know when you can do something and you do it—that's confidence.

2) Love yourself for the way you are and show yourself compassion

[jahaims]

Value comes from more than just intelligence. I'd take a nice moron over a dick head genius