Am I worth it? All doubts, insecurities and complexes that are related to our self-esteem culminate in this question, in every individual's mind, at some point or the other, some more than others. This competitive world nudges several to evaluate their self-worth, hence this research aims to highlight the global malaise of drastic consequences of low esteem in individuals. This report also pans out the various causes for the same, and an attempt has been made to suggest certain broad corrective measures to this end. To know more about self-esteem and how to combat the same, read on.