1. Self-Esteem

2. Self-Esteem Objectives
Explain where self-esteem comes from.
Define self-esteem.
Identify 2 characteristics of someone with high self-esteem.
Identify 2 characteristics of someone with low self-esteem.
Explain how self-esteem effects the other components of health
Discuss 7 self-esteem strategies that can be used to increase self-esteem.
Pick 1 strategy for yourself.
Activity: Give “advice” to others to help boost their self-esteem using the 7 strategies.

3. Where does it come from? Feedback Self-Talk
Positive & negative messages from others that indicate what they think you are like
As a child
Parents, siblings
As a teen
Friends, peers, neighbors, school employees
Self-Talk
Positive & negative things you say about yourself to yourself in your head
Are you too hard on yourself?

4. Self-Esteem Definition Confidence and worth you feel about yourself

5. High Esteem Low Esteem Accept yourself Admit mistakes
Most days you like yourself
View mistakes as opportunities
Low Esteem
Let others influence you negatively
Think you can’t succeed
Avoid challenges & Don’t try

6. 7 Strategies to Build Your Self-Esteem

7. Accept Yourself
I must realize my strengths and not dwell on my weaknesses.
I will not judge myself according to unrealistic standards.
I must accept the things I cannot change.
Physical appearance & life situations

8. Use Positive Self-Talk
Talking in a + way about yourself to yourself
+ Self-Talk - Self-Talk
Good Job!
Don’t be hard on yourself
I tried my best
Better luck next time
I look nice today
I’m important
I’m so stupid
I’m worthless
I suck
I’m ugly
No one likes me
I can’t do it

9. Be Good at Something Search to find things you’re good at
Cooking, sports, writing, playing an instrument, making friends, listening, games (chess, trivia), spelling, school, fixing cars, singing, dancing, creative, scrapbooking, photography, BMX, taking care of children, fixing hair, typing, drawing, public speaking, organization, acting, magic tricks, staying in shape, driving, computer programming, multi-tasking, hunting, fishing, ceramics, making people laugh…

10. Use “I” Statements
By using “I” statements I am taking responsibility for my feelings and words
This is an assertive form of communication

11. Develop a Support Group
Learn to rely on others
Ask for advice
“I never thought of my situation that way.”
Choose at least 4 people you trust…
1 must be an adult
Coach, teacher, relative, religious leader,
Mom, Dad, Aunt Jackie

12. Resist Peer Pressure
I will trust myself and my values

13. Act With Integrity Integrity: adherence to a code of values; honesty
I will appreciate the worth of other people.
Try to compliment others

14. Use + Self Talk Worksheet
1. “I’m lucky to have a wonderful and supportive family.”
2. “I like my eyes.”
3. “I am proud that I made it to the state track meet last year.”
4. “Don’t worry so much about being perfect at everything.”
BE SPECIFIC

15. What do you think of this picture?
Glamour Dec 2006

16. Dove “Campaign for Real Beauty”
1. Before hair/makeup
2. After hair/makeup
3. After photo shoot & computer manipulation. This is what is would be seen on a billboard! Nothing like the real person!