Low Self-Esteem

Maybe you look in the mirror and only see what's missing. Maybe you compare yourself to others and always come up short, or you can't name a single thing you're good at. If that's where you are right now, it makes sense that you'd feel worn out from being so hard on yourself. Zen offers a gentle way to look at this. Before deciding whether you're good enough, you might simply notice yourself as you are in this moment: breathing, feeling, here. No score required. Zen also points out that nothing stays fixed, including the way we see ourselves. The harsh voice you hear today doesn't have to be the final word on who you are. On this page, you'll find questions from people who have carried this same weight, along with HOTOKE AI's responses. Start with whatever speaks to you, and read at your own pace.