Chapter 2 Self-Esteem
Self-Esteem and Your Health Self-esteem refers to how much you respect yourself and like yourself. High self-esteem has a effect on health. positive Low self-esteem has a effect on health. negative Self-Esteem and Your Health
Benefits of High Self-Esteem People with high self-esteem accept themselves for who they are. have a realistic view of their strengths and weaknesses. maintain a positive attitude even when they fail at a task. form close relationships with people who they respect and value because they value themselves. Benefits of High Self-Esteem
Benefits of High Self-Esteem If you feel good about yourself, you will be more likely to: eat well. exercise regularly. avoid risky behaviors. set goals for yourself. ask for help when you need it. bounce back quickly from setbacks and disappointments. Benefits of High Self-Esteem
Risks of Low Self-Esteem People with low self-esteem don’t have much respect for themselves. judge themselves harshly and worry too much about what others think of them. may “put on an act” in public to impress others and hide their insecurities. may fear failure which will prevent them from trying different things. Risks of Low Self-Esteem
Risks of Low Self-Esteem People with low self-esteem have negative thoughts like “I can’t do that” or “I’m not smart enough” which makes it difficult to succeed. think success is a matter of luck rather than hard work. Risks of Low Self-Esteem
Risks of Low Self-Esteem Teens with low self-esteem are more likely to: use drugs. drop out of school. become pregnant. suffer from eating disorders. engage in violent or destructive behaviors. Risks of Low Self-Esteem
Improving Your Self-Esteem Don’t base your self-esteem solely on other people’s opinions of you. Focus on your accomplishments, your talents, and your contributions to your family and community. If you do well in school, excel at a sport, or display other talents, your achievements and the encouragement you receive can boost your self- esteem. Improving Your Self-Esteem
Tips to Boost Self-Esteem Make a list of strengths and weaknesses. Set ambitious, but realistic goals for yourself. Do not be too hard on yourself. Rely on your values. Learn to accept compliments. Look beyond your own concerns. Do not focus too much on appearance. Tips to Boost Self-Esteem