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Low Self-Esteem and Self-Doubt

Sesión públicaSesión #48414/1/2026👁️ 81 vistasSalud mental y manejo del estrés
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AI Analysis Summary

The user experiences persistent self-doubt and feelings of inadequacy, leading to constant comparison with others and hindering their ability to take risks or pursue goals.

Problema reportado

I constantly doubt my abilities and feel like I'm not good enough. I compare myself to others and always come up short. This lack of confidence makes it hard to take risks or pursue my goals.

Preguntas

5 preguntas
Q1

Can you recall specific instances where you felt you weren't good enough, and what triggered those feelings? (ID: 2541)

Failed a test. Felt stupid.

Q2

What are some of the specific areas or skills where you tend to compare yourself to others the most? (ID: 2542)

Career, intelligence, social skills.

Q3

Have you received feedback from others (positive or negative) that has influenced your self-perception? (ID: 2543)

Mostly negative feedback, honestly.

Q4

What are your current goals, and how does this lack of confidence specifically prevent you from pursuing them? (ID: 2544)

Starting my own business. Too scared to fail.

Q5

Are there any particular situations or environments that exacerbate these feelings of doubt and inadequacy? (ID: 2545)

Social gatherings, work presentations.

Causas identificadas

2 causas
#1

Distorsiones Cognitivas y Autodiálogo Negativo

90%

El usuario puede estar participando en patrones de pensamiento inútiles como el pensamiento de todo o nada, la generalización excesiva o el filtrado mental, que refuerzan creencias negativas sobre sus habilidades.

#2

Expectativas poco realistas y perfeccionismo

80%

El usuario podría imponerse estándares imposiblemente altos, lo que lleva a una sensación constante de no estar a la altura, incluso al lograr hitos significativos.

Soluciones recomendadas

2 soluciones
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Identify and Challenge Negative Thoughts

95%Official
Keep a thought journal to track negative self-talk and actively question the validity of these thoughts, replacing them with more balanced and realistic perspectives.

🤖 AI Analysis

"The user explicitly describes a constant stream of negative self-talk ('I'm not smart enough,' 'I'll never be as good,' 'my own thoughts are jumbled and uninteresting,' 'I have no imagination or talent'). They also mention how negative feedback 'sticks with me like glue' and positive feedback is dismissed. This solution directly addresses the core issue of identifying and challenging these deeply ingrained negative thought patterns, which are the root cause of their feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt."

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Practice Self-Compassion

90%Official
Treat yourself with the same kindness and understanding you would offer a friend facing similar challenges.

🤖 AI Analysis

"The user's problem is characterized by harsh self-criticism and a lack of belief in their own abilities, especially when comparing themselves to others. Practicing self-compassion would directly counter this by encouraging them to treat themselves with the kindness and understanding they likely don't extend to themselves. This is crucial for mitigating the impact of negative self-talk and the feelings of inadequacy that arise from comparisons."

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