Self-esteem is a measure of how much you feel worthy and love yourself. Individuals with high self-esteem feel good enough without excelling at everything, are not afraid to speak their mind or admit failures, and are not devastated by failure. Insecure individuals are sensitive to criticism, withdraw socially, and often feel jealous or envious of others. Factors affecting self-esteem include the attitudes of adults towards a growing child, emotionally disastrous experiences, the status of one's social group, and one's role within the group. Tips for improving self-esteem include maintaining good hygiene, facing fears and learning from failures, avoiding negative people and thoughts, and learning to appreciate yourself without worrying