If you don't believe in yourself, who will?

By JENNIFER KARINA

The attitude we bring into our relationships is what determines whether or not we shall find happiness and fulfilment in life. Generally, attitude is determined by levels of self-worth and self-confidence.  Self-worth is our view of who we are; the perception we have of ourselves. If it is positive, we become self confident as a result. On the other hand, if it is negative, we have a low self-esteem. Our self worth is instilled from early childhood and particularly the adolescence period. Being constantly criticised by parents and significant others strips one of their self worth. As a young person, it is easy to seek fulfilment in validating self through romantic relationships and any attention paid to you simply blows you over! This sometimes, has devastating consequences of hurt, rejection, sexually transmitted diseases, unplanned pregnancies resulting to depression and psychological trauma.