Common Self-Defeating Attitudes and Behaviors

And Their Solutions

Procrastination

Be Well-Paced

Fear of Rejection or Failure

Feel Encouraged and Secure

Perfectionism

Do the Best Feasibly Capable

Low Self Esteem

Have Self-Respect

Cynicism and a Sense of Hopelessness

Be Hopeful

Pride

Be Willing to Take the Chance of Looking Foolish to Succeed

Helplessness

Be Willing to Try

Self-righteousness

Be Open Minded and Flexible

Martyrdom

Approach even the Sufferings of Life with Appreciation