2) Community Questions and Answers - The Basis of Mental Health Awareness and Support (OUTDATED)

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Question: What to do when you feel you are not good enough for someone?

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Answer: The feeling that we aren't good enough for someone can arise at least a few times in each one of our lives. The feeling might have been provoked by some extenal incidents like rash comments from partner, parents or other loved ones. With or without such external circumstances, our self-esteem might get affected in a negative way, leading us to feel inferior and not deserving of someone we love in our life. None of us can avoid the situations leading to this feeling throughout our life, but we can always deal with our feelings in a productive and logical way when such circumstaces arise. The best way to handle our feelings in this scenerio is to take a step back and observe the situation without the presence of an inner critic. Then we will be able to realise that the real reason for feeling this way is the unconcious negative self talk that has been going inside our mind which has led to a feeling of low self worth. Once we recognize the probem, we can regain our self confidence and do the right thing, which is to keep a healthy relationship with loved ones with well defined boundaries and communicating openly about our feelings regarding the remarks they made. And once a person is able to continue this habit their whole life then they will be able to become that amazing person, they have always been striving to become. At the end of the day, if we can self love even in these difficult situations we have found the secret of joy as human beings. Thus, good luck to everyone out there struggling with self doubt, learn to take a step back and love yourself.

Hey friend, I understand you are feeling you are not enough in your relationship, and I know that it's draining when you feel unworthy and inadequate about yourself. It can make you feel isolated and afraid that those around you may leave, but trust me; numerous people, including myself, have also felt this way. I want you to know that you are not alone. I hope you will soon realize that *you* are enough and that no other person can define you. Often the real reason for these feelings reflects how you feel about yourself. Here are some thoughts regarding how we can overcome these feelings of unworthiness and inadequacy.

Self-love / Compassion:

"You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection."

The first step in stopping feelings of unworthiness is showing yourself some love. Now yes, I know how hard loving and accepting yourself is; however, making tiny steps toward building self-confidence and self-love will only result in more incredible things. Try thinking of loving yourself unconditionally as you love your children and pets. Often when we love ourselves with conditions. We will only allow ourselves to show self-love once we lose this weight or get a particular job. We tell ourselves that we are only worthy if we reach these conditions. So I ask you: Why do you need to wait to meet these conditions or wait for things to change? It is a good time to start making changes and showing yourself love today.

Self Talk / Inner thoughts

“Bring up a nurturing inner voice. This is not a harsh, critical, or depriving voice, and it is not an overly sweet, indulging voice. It is a warm, kind voice that cherishes you and accepts you for who you are. In time, this voice will become your own, but for now it can be any voice that meets your needs.”

On your journey, it is essential to be aware of your self-talk. How we talk to ourselves affects how we feel and how we view ourselves. When we learn to have more positive self-talk, we are more confident, motivated, productive, self-confident, and have fewer negative emotions. We must learn to quiet the negative self-talk of judging and criticizing our actions and feelings. When we feel that we are not good enough for others, the voice of our inner critic often makes us question our self-worth, escalates our self-doubt, and diminishes our self-confidence. Awareness of how we talk to ourselves is the first step, and slowly changing the narrative to being more positive is the next step. Rember, there is no one like you, and there never will be, and being happy with yourself matters most.

Become your own Best Friend

"Stop looking out, start looking in. Be your own best friend. Stand up and say this is mine."

A great way to start treating yourself with kindness is to imagine how you might speak to a friend who is experiencing a failure, a disappointment, or any struggle you are currently having. Think about how they struggle, suffer, and feel stuck with this problem. Write out the words you would say to your friend or family member and then say them gently to yourself. Allow yourself to feel supported, and give yourself what you need. It might help to take your advice and put your needs first. If that means taking a day off from work or watching a movie, whatever it is, put that at the top of your list. Making friends with ourselves means that our inner voice speaks with kindness and a gentle, light-hearted tone. It's okay to be nice to yourself, and it's okay to love who you are. You have permission to stop beating yourself up and take care of you.

Positive Affirmations / Gratitude

"I Am... Two of the most powerful words, for what you put after them, shapes your reality."

While there are many opinions about what can benefit people, I have found inspiration towards positive affirmations and gratitude. Positive affirmations can impact your self-love and healing. For example, you can leave little notes with short mantra sayings around the house, like "I accept myself." Both consciously and subconsciously, these sayings can become the truth with repetition. Great things can also come from practicing gratitude, which can be essential for self-improvement. Knowing what we appreciate in life means knowing who we are, what matters to us, and what makes each day worthwhile. Some of the best ways might be to keep a journal or dedicate a five-minute reflection before dinner. Positive affirmations and practicing gratitude can slowly change your views on yourself and your life.

The bigger picture

"Don't compare your life to others. There's no comparison between the sun, and the moon. They shine when it's their time."

When trying to solve any problem, it can be helpful to find where the problem originated from and answer the question of 'why?'. For example, one cause of feeling unworthy might be comparing ourselves to others. Often we look towards social media and see our shortcomings in life. We see all these models and picture-perfect lives. You receive constant messages about what you need to do, look like, and act like to be accepted. It can make you feel like you should hide parts of yourself that aren't perfect and don't fit the social norm. Social media is setting us up to fail with its unrealistic standards. We must take an honest step back to reevaluate our relationship with social media and how we compare ourselves to others. We need to find a balance between wanting to become better people for ourselves and the right reasons and setting unrealistic standards because we see someone else looking/doing. What works for one person doesn't mean it works for another. Find what works for you, and remember, there is only one amazing you.

Finding support

"Asking for help is never a sign of weakness. It's one of the bravest things you can do."

Finally, reaching out for support can be one of the hardest things to do and overcome. However, I want you to know you don't have to go through this alone. Finding someone you trust to help you with this process is essential. If you have access to therapy, that can be a great path; however, it's only possible for some. Support can come from friends, parents, partners, therapists, support groups, and online support. We must be aware of who we surround ourselves with and how those people influence us. Surrounding yourself with good, supportive people can raise your self-worth and self-confidence so that you can thrive. Sometimes, spending time around unhealthy people lowers your self-esteem, confidence, and love. Finding support can also come through trusting and being honest with your partner. Without calling blame, having a calm and mature conversation about how you feel can strengthen your relationship. Solid and open communication can be a sound foundation for any healthy relationship.

Final Thoughts

I know that this is hard and that it is uncomfortable and challenging work. However, it will get better with awareness, taking small steps, consistency, support, and having the right information. A fulfilling, whole life with genuine self-confidence and love is possible. The good news is that at the end of the day, no matter what anyone tells you, you're a fantastic, amazing person who deserves nothing but self-love and compassion. Remember, you are a human being, and this journey is not perfect, so it's okay to make mistakes, but we are here for you every step. I wish you good luck with everything.

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Question: What to do when you feel you are not good enough for someone?

I believe that everyone has felt less than at some point in their life or in a certain situation. You could be an expert with computer coding, the person everyone goes to for that, but uncertain how to approach another person in a social situation. You could be the social butterfly who becomes overwhelmed trying to do a mathematical calculation in your head. Neither one is less than the other for stress, and everyone has something that brings it out in them.

The question then becomes how you deal with your feelings. When you begin to feel "less than", acknowledge the feeling and pause. Take a deep cleansing breath and reaffirm your best qualities. Say to yourself "I am a good person, and I am very good at .....". Take stock of your body language: good posture, calm face, and eye contact all elevate your self-esteem. And when something awkward happens, release your sense of "less than" with a wry chuckle at yourself. Laughing releases endorphins, elevating your mood, and in retrospect tripping over your feet metaphorically speaking might be funny.

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• Believe in yourself the way your small child does
• Help yourself the way you'd help a dear friend in need
• Trust yourself the way your dog trusts you
• See yourself the way you were meant to be seen

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Question: What to do when you feel you are not good enough for someone?

Answer:

Many things might lead us to feel like we are not good enough for someone. This can stem from our relations with our parents, partners and, in general, with each other as human beings. It is important to communicate and see if these thoughts are founded in the truth or are negative self-talk. It is essential to acknowledge our thoughts but know at the end of the day, they are not always indicators of the facts. It is also vital to pour self-love and remember that as long as you are good enough for yourself, that’s all that matters. No one cannot pour from an empty cup. There is no actual definition of good enough. Therapy might do great things to help you sort through this. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy might help you sort through these thoughts, and in a healthy relationship, you do not have to feel good enough for someone; you are.

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Question: What to do when you feel you are not good enough for someone?

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Many of us may have experienced feelings of not being good enough for someone or not being able to meet expectations, perhaps since childhood. How or why do these feelings or thoughts come about? Humans are social beings, and naturally have a need to connect with others (be accepted, loved, to belong), especially loved ones. Hence, when we feel we aren’t good enough, we automatically feel rejected, which may lead to feelings of self-doubt and low self-worth.

Now that we know why it happens, and how natural it is to feel this way, it would be helpful if we can find out what is causing the feeling and what evidence exists that confirms your feelings (e.g. perhaps you are worried that you aren’t good enough because of your past negative experiences with people, but the current person involved says that you are fine the way you are). Think about past interactions with that person, and if possible, communicate regarding what they think about you.

If it is something about your personality or actions that “you” think requires a change, and you can try to control it, then you could work on it because it may benefit you and your relationships in general. Taking a personal example, I thought I just wasn’t good enough for my friend who genuinely cared for me. After analyzing I realized that, in short, my feelings could be because I wasn’t actually putting any effort into our friendship, never showed or communicated that I cared and just assumed that they understood how I felt about them.

However, if the feeling is imagined, because of not being able to meet high expectations, because of something that you cannot control, you have already tried your utmost best, or the only way to be “good enough” for them is to change your values or who you are, then you may need to make a decision here. You could choose what is most important to you, and whether you would be fine with the outcomes of that choice, i.e., to try being better for the person, or be who you are, along with thinking about the advantages and disadvantages of both choices.

Since expectations are never-ending and trying to be perfect for people could tire us out eventually in the long run, people have started focusing on self-acceptance, self-love and being their best versions, rather than comparing and meeting unrealistic real or imagined expectations. From my experience, I’ve found that it is difficult to analyze thoughts and feelings, to be realistic, and to focus on my needs or wants, but daily reminders of my learning over the years, how I have overcome struggles, my current strengths, and being around people who give importance to themselves while respecting others helped me to see my own worth.

So, while we might not be able to be "good enough" for every person, which includes our loved ones, we could instead focus on what we can control (e.g., our thoughts and behavior rather than others’ perspective of us) and give importance to ourselves as we have only one lifetime. This could slowly help us to feel less burdened, more self-confident, to notice who cares and appreciates us, and also to find new people who accept us just as we are.

(Note : Thank you to anyone who will be providing me with constructive feedback 😊 I would really appreciate it.)

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Question: What to do when you feel you are not good enough for someone?

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Response: It’s natural to feel like you’re not good enough for someone, and I’m sure many others can relate or have gone through this at some point in their life. I would suggest first taking a step back to see if you can identify the root problem. In a sense, what’s causing you to feel this way? Did something change recently causing your self-doubt to kick in? Is there some negative self-talk going on that’s unaddressed? Next, reach out. This could mean talking to a trusted friend or a family member or counsellor or even therapist. There’s no shame in seeking reassurance. Self-love is something that’s often easier said than done, but it’s definitely important. As cliché as this may sound, but our inner critic is often our worst critic. Last but certainly not least, challenge yourself to get out of your comfort zone! This would help you build your overall self-confidence and address some of the issues that arise from self-doubt.

Question: What to do when you feel you are not good enough for someone?

Question: What to do when you feel you are not good enough for someone?

Answer: When you feel you are not good enough for someone, it can be hard to tell where those feelings are coming from. Some questions you might ask yourself are "Why do I feel I'm not good enough?" "Where is this feeling coming from? Who is this feeling coming from?"

Sometimes the root of your insecurities comes from within yourself, maybe something from your past is holding you back. If you're wanting to maintain a relationship with the other person, you might consider talking to them about your doubts (and where they might be coming from). If they're right for you, I would hope for them to respond in a caring manner.

Are you feeling you're not enough because of the other person's actions? If so, you could consider again communicating these feelings. However, if they haven't been responding well... how do you think your life would change without them in it? In a positive or negative way?

This is a really hard thing to be feeling with someone close to you, but I believe in our ability to persist!