self esteem
TRANSCRIPT
CONTENT.
DefinitionsWhat is self-esteem.What self-esteem is not.Factors that influence's one’s self-esteem.What is self esteem made of?Development of self esteem.Importance of self esteem.Effects of self-esteem.Some tips on building a positive and
improving your self esteem.
Why is Self-Esteem Important
• Self-esteem is important because it can affect:• Your mental health
• How you behave
• Your decisions
• Your friendships
• Your success
• Your life
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What self-esteem is not
Self Esteem is NOT dependent upon what other people think of you
Self Esteem is not arrogance, selfishness, or a desire to feel superior to others
Self Esteem is not temporary
Development of self-esteem.
•A person develops his/her self esteem throughout the life through experiences.
•In this regard childhood experiences play an important role in shaping self esteem.
High Self-Esteem
• A person who has high self-esteem feels good about themselves and feels confident.
• “I think I can” attitude
Effects of High Self-Esteem
• Successful
• Happy
• Fun to be around - Have more friends (magnet)
• Trustworthy
• Full of life
Change the bad
Appreciate life
Willing to try
new things Believes in self
Is not a threat to others
Doesn’t submit to
peer pressure
Accept failure
Leader to
others
Good Self
Esteem
Low Self-Esteem• A person who has low self-esteem feels bad about
themselves and has no confidence.
• “I can’t do it” attitude
Effects of Low Self-Esteem
• Distorted emotions and feelings
• Difficulty in trusting people
• Fear of trying new things
• Give up on dreams
• Self-defeating behavior
• Negative and critical about themselves
• Complainers & Criticizers
10 Steps to High Self-Esteem Step 1
-Forgive yourself for past mistakes.
Step 2-Focus on your positive attributes.
10 Steps to High Self-Esteem
Step 3-Follow the example of successful people.
Step 4-Become a self talker.
Final Thought
You are a unique individual. No one else is like you in the whole world. This makes you special already!
Our time in this world is limited. Make it happen for you so you leave your mark in history!
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