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Self-Esteem

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Objectives
After completing this chapter, you should be
able to:
1. Explain the term self-esteem.
2. Discuss the dos and donts of building
self-esteem.
3. Recognize the impact of low self-esteem.
4. List the rewards of a high level of self-esteem.
5. Understand how failure can pave the way to
success.
6. Be sensitive to feedback and use it to your benefit.
7. Trust others to help gain self-understanding.
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1.1 Know and Accept Yourself

Your image of yourself may include your
feelings about your:
Physical appearance.
Athletic ability.
Sense of humor.
Special talents.
Morals and ethics.
Aptitudes (natural abilities).
Values and beliefs.

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Dos of Building Self-Esteem

Follow these tips to build self-esteem:
Engage in positive self-talk.
Remember what you like about yourself.
Talk with others about your good qualities.
Focus on your achievements.
Plan for your future.

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Donts of Building Self-Esteem

Avoid these pitfalls as you strive to build
self-esteem:
Dont try to imitate someone else.
Dont think negatively about yourself.
Dont neglect yourself.
Dont let setbacks get the best of you.

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Rewards of Good Self-Esteem

Those who have a high level of self-esteem:
Take on responsibility (have a can-do attitude).
Take pride in their accomplishments.
Approach challenges positively and with
enthusiasm.
Are not afraid to show a broad range of emotions.
Feel qualified to influence others.
Tolerate frustration, challenges, and setbacks.

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1.2 Believe in Yourself

Tips for building self-esteem:
Each evening, list your accomplishments.
Do something nice for someone else.
Build the esteem of others.
Do something challenging each day.
Think positively.
Establish and work toward your goals.
Look your best.

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Be Sensitive to Feedback
Those who recognize the importance of
feedback:
Cultivate sources of feedbackfriends, teachers,
coworkers, and others.
Are open, alert, and sensitive to both positive and
negative feedback.
Dont take negative feedback personally.
Listen, reflect, and make necessary changes.

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Food for Thought

1. Why is having selfesteem more than just
recognizing ones strong
points?

2. Assume that you are

meeting someone for
the first time. How do
you determine if that
person has a high level
of self-esteem?

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