MIRROR, MIRROR
Dr. Joyce Piap-Go
SELF-WORTH
 Our self is a picture puzzle made up of thousands of
pieces all fitting together to make a __________.
 Our self-worth is the _________ we give that
picture.
 That value can range from low to high and can vary
during different times and circumstances of our life.
SELF-ESTEEM
 Refers to the way we feel about ourselves.
 It describes about the self.
SELF-CONCEPT
 Refers to what people think about themselves.
 Self-concept is the __________ that you have about
yourself.
What is the connection between self-esteem and self-
concept?
 Self-worth is the _______________ of self-esteem
and self-concept.
 Self-worth is the overall way people __________
and __________ about themselves.
What influences our self-worth?
Three (3) primary sources that are responsible for
strongly influencing our self-worth: 1) family, 2) school,
and 3) community.
Is maintaining a high self-worth important?
 People with a high self-worth generally treat
themselves, others, and the environment with
respect.
 Generally, people like to be around with people
who like themselves or respect others.
Can we improve our self-worth?
 Yes, you can! The most important first step is
identifying the _____________ we have in our
mind.
 A personal label/script is like a name that, over
time, becomes an __________.
 When a negative label/script becomes an identity, it
begins to __________ at our self-worth.
 It is difficult for us to develop positive self-worth
when we keep putting a negative label/script on our
own selves.
BIBLICAL LABELS/SCRIPTS
 John 3:16 – God loves me very much.
 Psalm 139:14 – I am fearfully and wonderfully made
by God.
 Ephesians 2:10 – We are God’s masterpiece.
 Genesis 1:27 – We are created in God’s image.
 Romans 8:32 – You are valuable in God’s sight for
He graciously gave all things to you.
 Your identity ____________________!
How can we view ourselves through God’s lenses?
 Reframe your unhelpful thoughts
- Replace it with a new or healthy perspective.
- Romans 12:2 – change the way you think then
you will learn God’s will for you
THINGS THAT CAN HELP WITH OUR MENTAL HEALTH
1. Mindfulness: Deep Breathing
- An effective technique to reduce stress and anxiety.
- The body will release endorphins “feel good”
chemicals
2. Limit your worry time
- Worrying play a part in stress and anxiety. It can
create a cycle of negative thinking.
- 15 minutes of “worry time” (not before bedtime)
- Find out the major source of your stress
- If there’s no immediate answer, __trust__ in the
Lord.
3. 90/10 Principle
- 10% of life, you have NO CONTROL; 90% of life, you
have CONTROL.
- Two areas which we don’t have control: 1)
__________; and 2) the __________ around you.
4. Deep Sleep
- It can rewire the anxious brain.
- Recommended sleep is __8-10 hours__ of sleep.
5. Self-soothe
- Comfort your own self.
- Talk to yourself like you would to someone you
love.
6. Stay connected with people
- We are social beings.
- People are our ____________________.
- Stay connected with your parents, siblings and
other people at home (preferably not virtual)
- Stay connected with God. (John 15:5)