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Problems asking for what you need

Problems asking for what you need

When a person has low self-esteem, they may struggle to ask for what they need. Because their self-regard is low, they may feel that they don't deserve help.

  • They might also feel embarrassed or incompetent by their need for assistance and support.
  • Because they don't prioritize their own desires, they struggle to assert themselves when they are in need.

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