CoDA Low Self-Esteem Patterns

CoDA Low Self-Esteem Patterns

CoDA Low Self-Esteem Patterns

  • checkHave difficulty making decisions.
  • checkJudge what they think, say, or do harshly, as never good enough.
  • checkAre embarrassed to receive recognition, praise, or gifts.
  • checkValue others’ approval of their thinking, feelings, and behavior over their own.
  • checkDo not perceive themselves as lovable or worthwhile persons.
  • checkSeek recognition and praise to overcome feeling less than.
  • checkHave difficulty admitting a mistake.
  • checkNeed to appear to be right in the eyes of others and may even lie to look good.
  • checkAre unable to identify or ask for what they need and want.
  • checkPerceive themselves as superior to others.
  • checkLook to others to provide their sense of safety.
  • checkHave difficulty getting started, meeting deadlines, and completing projects.
  • checkHave trouble setting healthy priorities and boundaries.