Emotional Fitness Dr. Barton Goldsmith: 10 simple ways to increase your self-esteem Dr. Barton Goldsmith May 26, 2026 5 hrs ago 0 DIY projects may improve how you feel about yourself, Dr. Barton Goldsmith writes. Adobe Stock Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Dr. Barton Goldsmith There are many things you can do to help you feel good about yourself. Here are ten ideas to get you started. Dr. Barton Goldsmith kAmkDEC@?8m`] ~C82?:K6 J@FC 56D<]k^DEC@?8m (96C62D p=36CE t:?DE6:? 5:5 D2J E92E 2 4=62? 56D< H2D E96 D:8? @7 2 D:4< >:?5[ @C82?:K:?8 J@FCD H:== C65F46 E96 492?46D @7 J@F 92G:?8 2 >:?@C >6=E5@H? H96? 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