I experience this and it is a part of the brain illness I have, depression. I work a simple program of self-care and I do things in the realm of what I can do and I leave what I can't do behind. I don't worry about self-esteem and self-confidence because it's not strong in me and worry only makes it worse.

I use the "fake it till you make it" method. Head high, shoulders back and a forced smile. It doesn't stop the thought pattern, but others are not aware of it and perceive you to be confident and will treat you differently. It's exhausting at the beginning, but eventually becomes second nature.

Helping others helps me. I take care of the elderly in an assisted living and memory care facility. And I have a few good friends that stick by me.

I also think confidence comes & goes I just try to act confident. As for self esteem I have to remind myself of my good points. Positive thinking helps. Mindful awareness helps as our heads chatter a lot. I replace a negative thought with its just a thought just to disempower them. I think it works when I remember to do it. Thanks for listening

My garden is my sanctuary. When pruned plants show regrowth it shows that no matter how down I am, I will "regrow". And when I am feeling angry or frustrated, I weed like crazy.