Trying to. Build my self esteem back
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Shame and feelings of inadequacy are tools of the devil. He uses them to keep us in the mindset of an addict. God wants you to be happy, joyous, and free. Show your demons you are free of them by your actions.
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Just do the next right thing and get yourself a little winning streak going. Simple things. Make your bed, do some push-ups, clean up around your living space, take a walk. Find Gratitude. Before you know it, you're having a good day.
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I know the feeling. I know it very well. It’s hard and it takes work and I am working on this everyday as well. I have to dig deep and find my authentic self. I lost myself along the way and through all the different masks I wore. My confidence was gone, I had no self esteem left at all. I had to start giving it to God and letting go. I worked out and continue to work out. I brought out all that i kept inside that I felt guilt about and everything that I felt ashamed about and the more I practice this the more I shine the light on it and practice transparency the less power it has over me. I wake up being grateful and thanking God. I help others as much as I can. I show my heart and the true person whom I truly am and the better the days get. I surround myself with people like me or whom I want to be around that inspire me and lift me and I them. This place is a good start and everyone here is wonderful and I learn a lot from. I am blessed and I stay blessed and I spread good vibes because we receive what we putout I believe. And all I want is peace and serenity and little by little I am feeling more confident and my self esteem grows in a good way. I am learning to love myself and this is just something that hopefully can help you out or you can get something from. Anyways, stay blessed and hopeful my friend. You got this!! 
Each day sober is an accomplishment you can be proud of!