ICBM – School of Business Excellence, Hyderabad Answer the Questions in Yes or No 1. At times, I think I am no good at all. 2. I feel that I don’t have a number of good qualities. 3. I am not able to do things as well as most other people. 4. I feel I do not have much to be proud of. 5. I certainly feel useless at times. 6. I feel many of my friends are better than me. 7. I wish I could have more respect for myself. 8. I don’t see myself talented enough. What is Self-Esteem?
How do you feel about yourself?
How do you think you look? What is your daily frame of mind and behavior? How is your relationship with others? Self-Esteem is composed of your feelings about all areas of your life! If you have high self-esteem, you basically like yourself for who you are. If you have low self-esteem, you are generally unhappy with yourself. Variations in Self-Esteem
Your self-concept and self-esteem may change
a little from day to day. How do you feel when you make an A on a test vs. a failing grade? Your Present years are the most difficult in establishing your self-esteem. Your day-to-day self esteem is not really what’s important, it’s you’re overall feelings about yourself that matters most! The Importance of Self- Esteem
High self-esteem helps you form
healthful relationships with the people around you. Low self-esteem often creates the opposite situation. If you like yourself and are confident in your abilities, others will be attracted to you! Your behavior says everything about your level of self-esteem. Indications of High Self- Esteem Someone: That is usually in a good mood. You enjoy being around. That has a good sense of humor. That is able to laugh at themselves. That takes pride in their achievements but does not feel the need to boast. That is not afraid to try new things. That is not afraid to fail. That likes themselves and enjoys making others around them feel good too! Indications of Low Self- Esteem Someone: That belittles their own accomplishments, talents or looks. That brags about themselves. That sets unrealistic deadlines. That sees only their faults when they look in a mirror, rather than the good things about themselves That is not part of any group. That feels no one likes them. That treats others poorly. How to Improve your Self-Esteem Accept yourself as you are Pay attention to your strong points. Learn to accept praise. Learn to be kind to yourself. Get involved in something! Relax. Try to look your best! Learn to enjoy life! Learn to handle trouble! Live in the present. You become what you think ICBM – School of Business