How can I rebuild my self-confidence and overcome social anxiety?

[unknowngirl18]

Hi everyone,
This might be a lot and random. I am finally starting my weight loss journey. I lost 10 pounds so far and I am really wanting to work on myself for myself and my daughter. I am 25 and I haven’t had a hair cut in about 8-9 years. I haven’t really dressed up, fixed my hair, done my nails or my make up anymore. I have a very low self esteem now. How can I build my self confidence back up? How can I get rid of my social anxiety? I was never like this, I don’t know what happened to me… thank you.

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[denizzRU]

keep your sleep patterns under control. drink plenty of water. stay away from technology for the first hour when you wake up. first of all, motivate yourself and try to take morning walks. the more positive activities you do, the more positive your life will be

[unknowngirl18]

I started phentermine and weirdly enough that has definitely helped with my sleep! I think I exhaust myself throughout the day when I get the energy bursts. Thank you for your tips! I will try the self motivation and technology breaks!

[denizzRU]

U r welcome🫡

[slatyb]

Can you see a professional therapist? You sound pretty depressed. I don't know how you grew up, but that is often a cause of poor self-image and depression in adults.

[unknowngirl18]

I have been seeing a therapist. 😭

[slatyb]

Great, I hope it's helping. Best wishes.

[LBD04]

Take it one day at a time. Set small goals to achieve along the way.

[Staximus]

You have to ask yourself when did this all start, and what changed in your life, and why are you acting the way you are now? Parents often neglect themselves when they have a child, and maybe you are suffering from some type of depression.

[jahaims]

Go to therapy

[unknowngirl18]

😭 I’ve been in therapy for about 4 years now. Therapist aren’t what they used to be.