How to Boost Self-Esteem & Motivation in Healing

Feb 23, 2026

After more than a dozen years on Xanax and Paxil, I made the decision to become medication-free—a choice I will always be grateful for. Part of that journey, however, was navigating withdrawal, which can bring intense symptoms along with deep personal and emotional challenges.

During benzodiazepine and SSRI withdrawal, self-esteem and self-image often take a hit. Negative flashbacks about past mistakes, reduced energy and productivity, and increased negative self-talk can make it difficult to recognize your own worth or stay motivated to keep moving forward.

In today’s video, we talk about:

✔ Why self-esteem often drops during withdrawal healing

✔ How symptoms and nervous system dysregulation affect motivation

✔ The role of negative self-talk during benzo and antidepressant withdrawal

✔ Ways to rebuild self-worth during the healing process ✔ How to stay motivated even when progress feels slow

If you are tapering off a benzo medication, healing from antidepressant withdrawal, or simply struggling with confidence and motivation during recovery, this video is meant to help you regain perspective and reconnect with your inherent value.

Please enjoy at the link below:

LINK TO NEW VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jfp0hM2bPnc

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About the Author

Michael Priebe is a writer and wellness coach who has helped people from all over the world understand antidepressant withdrawal, benzodiazepine withdrawal, anxiety, stress, and healing. In coaching he has worked one-on-one with individuals from nearly twenty countries, and his Lovely Grind YouTube videos inspire thousands of viewers each month. He invites you to inquire about his coaching today to find the knowledge and inspiration needed to fuel your own wellness journey. 

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