self-esteem-2 The Atlantic: An interesting alternative to self-esteem, supported by research, by Dr. Ktirstin Neff.

“Boosting your ego won’t make you feel better. Instead, try talking to yourself like you would your best friend.”

http://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2016/05/why-self-compassion-works-better-than-self-esteem/481473/