I have struggled with imposter syndrome and self-esteem issues my whole life (because of my family issues) and it has had a really negative impact on my ability to succeed, be satisfied with my accomplishments, make human connections, etc. I have so many regrets and so many things that I am angry at myself about. I have let my insecurities and fear of failure get in the way of so much. I find it so difficult to be proud of myself even when I succeed. I always feel so dumb and worthless. I see people from high school and my own family members and they seem to be thriving and successful and it makes me feel worse. I feel so lonely but I don’t know how to reach out or put myself out there.
Are there any books I can read to get over this hang-ups and just be fucking happy for once?
by Mad_Season_1994
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You could read the Happiness Advantage from Sawn Achor. He explains that is by being happy first that we open doors to more luck, pride, connecting and success. Not the other way around.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/9732306-the-happiness-advantage
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig will help you think better about past regrets.
Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, Stoic philosophy, much recommended to you! All the best!