Self-esteem can be a fairly fragile thing. It's a conditional state, often built on a foundation of comparison of ourselves to others or a list of accomplishments. Self-compassion is an ongoing practice that helps us accept who we are and be more connected to others. It gives many of the benefits of self-esteem without the downsides of narcissism or other neuroses. Read this for more...
Try Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff, Ph.D.
