We cannot control another person's behavior nor change it.

• Once you understand that, let go of judgments and accept the person. Give them space to share their thoughts and feelings. It doesn't mean you condone their behavior, but you can respect their feelings.
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1. Become autonomous and act independently in your plans.
2. Don’t depend on others for travel arrangements.
3. Do not give others your ticket to a concert or movie.
4. Take a book with you to get absorbed into while you wait, much better than fidgeting with your smartphone.

First, give yourself the headspace to work on a solution by accepting your feelings surrounding your low self-esteem. Your feelings are temporary. Accept them for the moment. Don't cover them up. Don't try to overcompensate for them.

Put your focus on the skills you need to acquire, not ...