The document discusses self-esteem and how it is developed. Self-esteem is defined as how much you value yourself and is based on your self-image, ideal self, and perceptions of how others see you. Having positive self-talk and focusing on accomplishments rather than perfection can help improve self-esteem. The document also notes that the social mirrors of media and others' opinions provide unrealistic standards and are always changing.

1. SELF-ESTEEM
“You your self, as much as anybody else as much as
anybody in the entire univer se, deser ve your love and
attention.”
-Prince Gautama Siddhar tha

2. SELF-ESTEEM
How much you value yourself and your
abilities, skills and accomplishments.
You believe setbacks are temporary. You
have confidence to confront challenges
and overcome them.
Having good self-esteem will also affect
your overall attitude and the health
choices you make

3. SELF-ESTEEM
 Self-Esteem is a combination of self -image, ideal self, and
Pygmalion-self
 Self Image: what we perceive ourselves to be
 Ideal-self: how we want to be
 Pygmalion-self: our perception of what we believe other
people think of us.
I am not what I think I am
I am not what you think I am
I am what I think you think I am

5. SELF TALK
 The encouragement or criticism you give yourself
 The Law of Positive Self -Talk states: “You can change who you
are by changing what you say when you talk to your mind. ”
 When do you find yourself talking to yourself?

6. WAYS TO IMPROVE SELF -ESTEEM
 Good Friends
 Focus on the positive aspects about yourself
 Supportive self-talk
 Work toward accomplishments rather than perfection
 Mistakes are learning opportunities
 Try new activities
 Set goals
 Exercise regularly
 Volunteer
 Accept that which you can not change.

7. CRACKS IN THE SOCIAL MIRROR
 The social mirror is unrealistic.
 Media sells us that looks are
everything.
 Barbie Doll
 The social mirror is always
changing.
 “Who are you” said the caterpillar.
Alice replied, rather shyly, “I hardly
know, Sir, just at present ---- at least I
know who I was when I got up this
morning but I think I must have
changed several times since then.”
 Alice in Wonderland
 The social mirror isn’t accurate.
 You are so much more than the
opinions of others!

9. MASLOW'S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS
Self-
We are motivated Actualization
by our needs.
Esteem
Needs
Social Needs
Safety Needs
Physiological Needs