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Self-Esteem, Self-Worth

"Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God" (D&C 18:10).

Self-worth is the view or picture that one has of oneself as a competent, worthy, and lovable individual. Worth was given to every individual in the pre-mortal existence. That worth will continue only if the spirit is nurtured. Unfortunately the vicissitudes of this earth life may prohibit many from receiving the nurture they need. As a result, there are many who feel isolated, lonely, depressed, and anxious. Some become pleasers and underachievers, while others remain passive or become aggressive and cause havoc in their relationships.


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Featured articles:
" “What Does It Mean to Be Perfect?”"
Elder Samuelson discusses the differences between doing your best and perfectionism. He offeres sound advice on this subject.
Samuelson, Cecil O
"I'm Worth It"
I hit rock bottom. I knew Heavenly Father loved me, but I couldn't feel it in my heart. It wasn't until I found the courage to pray that my healing began.
Magazine Staff, Article
"You Are All Heaven Sent"
President Faust discusses the importance of womanhood and the special demands that are put on single sisters and single mothers.
Faust, James E.


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"Learning to Love Myself" Brown, Louise
"Maintain Your Place As a Woman" Lee, Harold B.
"Our Divinely Based Worth" Lockhart, Barbara Day
"Our Sacred Duty to Honor Women" Nelson, Russell M.
"Strengthen Your Sense of Self-Worth" Magazine Staff, Article
"The Dignity of Self" Faust, James E.
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"The Sanctity of Womanhood" Scott, Richard G.
"The Virtues of Righteous Daughters of God" Faust, James E.
"The Worth of Souls Is Great" Magazine Staff, Article
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"We Are Women of God" Dew, Sheri L.
"Who Do You Think You Are?" Faust, James E.
"Woman—Of Infinite Worth" Nelson, Russell M.
"Womanhood: Highest Place of Honor" Faust, James E.
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