You may be a giver and a nurturer, and that’s a great thing! It shows that other people feel safe and protected around you. Nonetheless, all of us have blind spots—we are generally quicker to notice what’s wrong in other people’s lives than our own. This is why it’s easier to help others than it is to help ourselves. In self-esteem counseling, you have a chance to learn how to help yourself, addressing your needs, your fears and your hopes and dreams.