This was published on April 10, 2014, by Dr. David Lipschitz. Here is the excerpt that I wanted to post:
So what can we do to improve our self-esteems? Here are some suggestions: --Think well of yourself. Just because you are pleasantly plump, have some wrinkles and are less shapely than you used to be, does not mean you are not beautiful.
--Feel good about yourself and appreciate your inner and outer beauty. I, for one, love telling men they are beautiful. They look at me askance. I respond that beauty is not merely the way you look, but who you are, what you have done, the contributions you have made and what you stand for. Universally, women often say the man in their life is beautiful.
--Always look on the bright side. No matter the afflictions, the future must have hope and purpose. Forget the negative stereotypes of aging -- the best is yet to come. Retirement is not the end of anything. It is the beginning of a new phase, so treat it that way.
--Getting and staying busy is the best approach to sustaining self-esteem. Life has to be full to have meaning. Cultivate your creative side. Remain a lifelong learner. Write, paint or develop an avocation. Stay occupied and involved. Stay close to your family. We are now the older ones. It is up to us to mentor our children and grandchildren.
--Be aware of depression. Remember, depression is not a weakness but a disease. Depression adversely affects self-esteem and is treatable.
Wouldn't it be wonderful if each of us felt comfortable with a bare midriff and belly-button jewel? So what if it jiggles and moves from side to side and up and down, always remember your inner and outer beauty and tell yourself you are gorgeous.
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