https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:33:58 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409934 Sun, 09 Feb 2014 05:11:41 +0000 yin 1409934@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Not all that great. I get into these funk periods every now and then where I compare myself to others. Being a SAHM, I don't feel that I do enough to contribute to society. Some days I'm ashamed to tell others that I don't work. The last couple of days I've been feeling even worse knowing that I never did anything with my college degree and never had the opportunity to work in a real big girl job. Sigh. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409925 Sun, 09 Feb 2014 02:45:17 +0000 sunny 1409925@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ehhh feeling kind of dumb these days. :-( </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409883 Sun, 09 Feb 2014 00:28:08 +0000 sarac 1409883@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Probably the best it's ever been. In the past few years I've finally been able to truly take control of my life in a way I'd never before been able to. I'm in the best shape of my life, I'm making progress on the last 20 pounds I have to lose. I'm really happy with my life and where I am, and that shows in my self esteem. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409868 Sun, 09 Feb 2014 00:06:06 +0000 Mrs. High Heels 1409868@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Much better than it has been this past year…. ! I'm feeling okay these days. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409245 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 14:46:23 +0000 snowjewelz 1409245@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Amelieisme: I don't know! Many older people I know seem to think that it's normal social etiquette to comment on weight. I FaceTime w/ my grandma earlier and she said I got fat too :sad: I really need to get pregnant to justify this "weight gain" lol :grin: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409197 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 13:59:10 +0000 travelgirl1 1409197@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Train: Another one who seriously looks up to you here - I LOVE hearing the stories about how happy your home is and what amazing projects you do with your kiddos. </p> <p>@oliviaoblivia: I can testify that you're doing awesome :happy: </p> <p>I think my self esteem is okay right now. I feel much better now I'm working and still spending my days with LO. Bringing home a pay cheque has really helped me validate myself, rightly or wrongly. Fertility issues are hammering me a bit but not in the same way they did last time. I'm planning to push myself out of my comfort zone in the next few weeks and then hopefully, my self esteem will be even better. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409157 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 13:25:19 +0000 mrs. bird 1409157@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@avivoca: ouch! :( i'm sorry, that must have stung </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409147 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 13:11:58 +0000 avivoca 1409147@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I was doing pretty well, but my self esteem took a pretty big hit yesterday. I asked to do a lecture at work in our staff lecture series this summer (where staff give presentations to our membership about our research in the collections) and was told that I'm not qualified. Basically, I have the wrong degree and my boss won't consider it. It blows. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409043 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 11:16:43 +0000 Cherrybee 1409043@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Given that I still have a little lingering PPD/PPA, my self esteem is actually pretty good right now. I'm in a place where I am mostly confident expressing my needs and am able to take a little criticism without going to pieces. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409007 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 10:48:56 +0000 Amelieisme 1409007@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@snowjewelz: why do people comment about others' weight?? So inconsiderate and what's their point? This is such a pet peeve of mine!</p> <p>My self-esteem is pretty good. Always have a little social anxiety, which I wish I could change,but it's not debilitating or anything. I find exercising and eating well is key to keeping my spirits up! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1409001 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 10:47:25 +0000 mrs. bird 1409001@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>in some ways i'm more confident than ever, i care less what others think, i am more sure of the decisions i make and don't need other's input to make them, but in other ways it's extremely low. my weight has ballooned which is really hard for me, though somewhat within my control to change. MIL has come back into our lives this wk, she is my biggest critic and does a number on my self esteem- i'm not well educated, i don't have a 'real job', i'm not a good wife because i couldn't make my husband better, because he helps around the house, i ruined her family, i have failed to give her a grandson, i'm not healthy, i'm too fat. she's great for making people feel like crap. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1408992 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 10:40:24 +0000 oliviaoblivia 1408992@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Train: I too hold you and your mom skills in high esteem. Whenever I'm having a boring day with LO I think "what would Mrs. Train do?"</p> <p>Mine is pretty good right now. Trying to get in a groove now that I'm back at work. Finding time for DH and LO while taking care of myself is tough, but I'm proud that I'm figuring it out pretty well so far. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1408983 Sat, 08 Feb 2014 10:33:00 +0000 Mrs. Train 1408983@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@CupQuakeWalk: thank you very much. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1407323 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 12:18:15 +0000 CupQuakeWalk 1407323@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Train: um, why? I think you're awesome! I truly think highly of you :)</p> <p>I'm usually good, but with ttc I am kind of at a low dip. Nothing to make you feel like crap than numerous failed attempts to get your body to do what it's supposed to do :/ </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1407302 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 12:14:02 +0000 mrbee 1407302@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@septca: good luck with your promotion!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1407266 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 12:03:03 +0000 snowjewelz 1407266@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Going through a low period. Ever since I got married everyone is commenting that I gained weight and it's making me so self conscious! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406587 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 09:23:45 +0000 septca 1406587@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It is pretty good right now. I went through a really low period at about 4-8 months pp, which I later realized was depression related to a medication I was on. Since I quit taking the medication and have gotten into a groove at home and at work, I feel really good about myself. I think I am a good mom, wife, and employee. But I am up for a huge promotion at work, and if I don't get it, it's going to be very bad for my mental state. :sad: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406532 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 09:11:42 +0000 Dandelion 1406532@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>The past year it's been bad. Having a loss as big as mine makes you really feel guilty, whether or not it's your fault. The next 7 weeks will (sadly) have a lot of weight on how I feel about myself. Once this baby is out, and hopefully healthy, I'm sure I'll gain a lot more confidence back. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406528 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 09:10:21 +0000 babycanuck 1406528@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It could be much better but it's better than it has been in a long time. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406517 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 09:07:03 +0000 LuLu Mom 1406517@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm been working on me, and purposely taking some time out for me. I work out/take a bath/read/ect. to have a little me time and this helps. I'm most insecure about my body, and I'm trying to better it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406516 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 09:07:00 +0000 erwoo 1406516@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I never thought the day would come that I would have time to myself. After moving to Asia and being able to finally afford some help I've been able to go grocery shopping and my dental appointments without worrying about who can watch my youngest. Yeah, not exactly using my time wisely! I have yet to go and pamper myself like everyone tells me to. There is still a lot of things to do even with help. Self esteem, could be better but not too bad. I just need to start taking time to start running again and eating healthier so I can be healthier. ;) Being pregnant on and off for 5 years has definitely taken a toll! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406514 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 09:06:25 +0000 lemondrop 1406514@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Pretty good, I have some trying students right now, but it's been an opportunity for my grads and coworkers to show support, so I feel loved. Physically I feel like crap, but am rocking the tight shirts enjoying that last month of baby bump before I feel squishy and stop caring about my appearance again for a while. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406507 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 09:04:37 +0000 chopsuey 1406507@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It's good! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406499 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 09:02:36 +0000 lamariniere 1406499@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I feel surprisingly good and confident these days. I've never really been one to have self esteem issues though... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1406426 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 08:37:09 +0000 looch 1406426@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am not sure what being a parent has to do with it, but I feel pretty good about myself. I've had periods of lower self esteem, but I feel like I am a productive member of society. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1405967 Thu, 06 Feb 2014 23:15:02 +0000 Running Elley 1405967@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It's actually not bad right now. I'm loving being a mom to 2 and I think I've adapted to it pretty well and I'm taking care of myself much better which always makes me feel good! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1405953 Thu, 06 Feb 2014 23:10:03 +0000 Mrs. Train 1405953@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Sketchbook: thank you! It means a lot to me!<br /> @mrbee: thank you. They did get a kick out of those :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1405919 Thu, 06 Feb 2014 22:56:05 +0000 mrbee 1405919@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Train: You blew me away with your Olympic gold medals today!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1405916 Thu, 06 Feb 2014 22:55:08 +0000 Mrs. Sketchbook 1405916@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Mrs. Train: don't have low self esteem! I really look up to you! I know a lot of moms here do!</p> <p>Mine is perennially low. DH and I are considering making some life changes and I constantly feel like I am not smart/educated/young enough to do anything other than SAH. I know it is self defeating! I'm trying to work on it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-is-your-self-esteem-these-days#post-1405908 Thu, 06 Feb 2014 22:51:27 +0000 mrsjyw 1405908@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Good! Working out is making me feel really good about myself. Ibthink I'm kind of lacking professionally as I'm burnt out w lo2 plans looming over my head halting me from doing something about it. </p>