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What is Self Esteem?• Self esteem refers to the
thoughts and feelings we have of ourselves these may be positive or negative
• The more positive feelings you have the higher your self esteem
• Self esteem is complex and is important part of who you are
• Self esteem affects both what we do and how we feel
In general, positive experiences and relationships help raise self esteem. Negative experiences and
troublesome relationships tend to lower self esteem. No single event or person can determine your level of
self-esteem. It develops over time, constantly changing with experiences
High Self Esteem
• High self esteem helps you try new things and enjoy others
• Helps you feel confident and able to engage in a “give and take” relationship
• Keeps you true to yourself
Low Self Esteem
• Often a person has negative thoughts about themselves
• Try to win the approval from others
• Engage in unsafe activities to “fit in”
• Distorted view of themselves
• Unhappy and have trouble keeping friends
The Effects of Low self Esteem can Create a Vicious Cycle:
Poor performance
Unhappy personal life
Lack of Self Confidence
The cycle can be broken by taking positive steps to raise your self-esteem
AcceptanceIdentify and accept
your strengths and weaknesses
Everyone has them
AcceptanceIdentify and accept
your strengths and weaknesses
Everyone has them
RespectBe proud of
who you are
RespectBe proud of
who you are
LoveLearn to
love the unique person you are
LoveLearn to
love the unique person you are
PraiseTake pride in
your achieveme
nts
PraiseTake pride in
your achieveme
nts
TrustDo what
makes you feel happy
TrustDo what
makes you feel happy
Some feelings you have about yourself may be hard to explain or express that is because you are unique. There is no one else in the world like you. That is reason enough to be proud of
you
Factors That Influence SUCCESS
ExperiencesSchool
Friendships
Believe in
yourself
Family
Self Talk
Self-Confidenc
e
Some Factors that Influence Self Esteem
• Your level of self esteem is based on the unique experiences and relationships that have made up your life
At Home: Relationships with your parents,
grandparents, brothers, sisters, a relative, a trusted adult etc.
In Your Social Life:• Relationships with our friends past and present,
neighbours, boyfriends, girlfriends, coaches etc., • Experiences with clubs, sport teams, hobbies etc.In School:• Relationships with classmates, teachers, principals• Experiences with schoolwork, extracurricular activities,
sports
Is it easy to change your self-esteem?
Is it easy to change your self-esteem?
You can do it but It means looking at yourself and changing the things you do
not like
You can do it but It means looking at yourself and changing the things you do
not like
You May be Wondering
Remember---Think Positively About Yourself
Help YourselfHelp YourselfTake Pride in your individuality
Take Pride in your individuality
Praise YourselfPraise YourselfEncourage Yourself
Encourage Yourself
Trust Your Judgment
Trust Your Judgment
Love Yourself
Love Yourself
You can Improve your self-esteemIt is worth the effort
You can Improve your self-esteemIt is worth the effort
Resources
• The Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada-www.sexualityandu.ca
• Peel Public Health, Toronto- www.peelregion.ca/health/sexuality
• Self-esteem Province of New Brunswick Department of Health and Wellness
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