Emotional Fitness Dr. Barton Goldsmith: 10 simple ways to increase your self-esteem Dr. Barton Goldsmith May 26, 2026 6 hrs ago 0 DIY projects may improve how you feel about yourself, Dr. Barton Goldsmith writes. Adobe Stock Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Dr. Barton Goldsmith There are many things you can do to help you feel good about yourself. Here are ten ideas to get you started. Dr. Barton Goldsmith kAmkDEC@?8m`] ~C82?:K6 J@FC 56D<]k^DEC@?8m (96C62D p=36CE t:?DE6:? 5:5 D2J E92E 2 4=62? 56D< H2D E96 D:8? @7 2 D:4< >:?5[ @C82?:K:?8 J@FCD H:== C65F46 E96 492?46D @7 J@F 92G:?8 2 >:?@C >6=E5@H? H96? 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He is available for in-person and video consults. Reach him at Barton@BartonGoldsmith.com 0 Comments Love 0 Funny 0 Wow 0 Sad 0 Angry 0 Stay up-to-date on what's happening Receive the latest in local entertainment news in your inbox weekly! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy. Related to this story Most Popular Appalachian Mountain Brewery bringing new ‘outpost’ to Old Fort. Here's when, where “We’ve heard the feedback and we’re bringing it. We are excited to deliver a taste of Boone to Old Fort with a piece of Appalachian Mountain Brewery.” McDowell County’s Memorial Day service set for Sunday at Carson House The Memorial Day service will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday. West Marion Inc. to hold Juneteenth celebration. 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