Morning Inspiration: Having self-esteem issues? Here are 7 bad habits slowly destroying you

There are certain things that shouldn't cross your mind - not even for a minute, and if they do, you have to get rid of those habits as quickly as possible because they slowly drain you of every drop of happiness within you

If you really want to live happily, there are certain things that shouldn't cross your mind - not even for a minute. And if they do, you have to get rid of those habits as quickly as possible because they slowly drain you of every drop of happiness within you, leaving you of feeling miserable and sorry for yourself.

But if you can't achieve this, you should know the root cause of your unhappiness.

Valencia Higuera of All Women Stalk lists unhealthy habits destroying your happiness.

1. Stop thinking you are not good enough: Telling yourself you're not good enough is one of the fastest ways to kill your happiness. In life, you're your biggest cheerleader. Don't rely on others to boost your self-esteem. Give yourself more #credit and stop being so hard on yourself. Whether you're applying for a job, thinking about furthering your education or taking another big step, know that success is possible.
2. Avoid saying 'Yes' when you actually mean 'No': Being a "yes #man" or woman can add to your stress level and make your life harder. It's okay to assist others, but you'll need to set limits or else you'll drive yourself crazy trying to please everyone, including friends and family. You might start to feel overwhelmed, which can kill happiness. Only say yes if you mean it.
3. Don't worry about things you can't control: If you want to be happy, you have to learn acceptance. Bad or unpleasant #things will happen in life, and sometimes, you can't control the outcome. It's wise to find solutions to your problems, but it's even wiser to accept situations you can't change. Stress and worrying can steal your happiness and leave you feeling frustrated, depressed or confused.
4. Get a new group of friends: You need to surround yourself with positive people. If you're trying to be happy, the last thing you need is negative talk from #people in your inner circle. Whether these individuals put you down or simply complain non-stop about life, their behavior can have a tremendous impact on your happiness. We often imitate the company we keep. So another person's negative viewpoint might rub off on you.
5. Don't compare yourself to others: Comparing yourself to others can also steal your joy and happiness. Some #people will earn more money than you and have more privileges than you. This doesn't mean you're a failure or not working hard enough. Comparisons often leave us disappointed. So fight the urge, especially if you're doing the best you can. Besides, the grass isn't always greener on the other side. A friend may have more than you materially, but you might exceed her in other areas.
6. Stop being a perfectionist and let yourself make mistakes: We're not created perfect, so stop trying to be perfect. There's nothing wrong with hard work and giving your all. But if you become a perfectionist and you're never satisfied with your own work, you might set your expectations too high, and then become irrationally upset with the outcome.
7. Learn how to let go of the past: It's challenging to let go of hurt feelings and forgive others. But if you hold onto the past, you can become angry and unhappy. You deserve better. You can't change the past, but you can forgive, move forward and enjoy a measure of peace.