Self Esteem
What is self esteem?
Self esteem reflects a person's evaluation of himself or herself, whether it be positive or negative.
True or False. I can CHOOSE to have a good or bad attitude.
True. Why?
15 minutes per day of _________, 4-7 times per week can elevate your mood and self-confidence.
exercise
What has 4 legs and 2 arms, and is not alive?
A chair
I'm never going to pass this class/test.
I may be struggling, but I know that I will do the best I can and work and study as much as I can.
What do you think harms people's self esteem the most?
A)The media B)Yourself C)People you look up to.
What kind of people should you surround yourself with?
Happy, positive and supportive people!
What percentage of men suffer from low self esteem?
59%
What month of the year has 28 days?
All of them!
I did terrible at my last soccer game. I might as well give up now.
What are the two sides of self esteem?
Positive (building someone/yourself up) and negative (tearing someone/yourself down)
What is the best way to raise your own self esteem?
Self acceptance and being kind to yourself
What are the ages most important for building self-esteem?
6-11
What has to be broken before you can use it?
An egg
My friend didn't smile at me in the hallway, she must be so mad at me.
What are signs someone may be suffering from low self-esteem?
Depressed mood, insecure, shy, not confident, etc
What are some activities that can raise your self esteem?
Exercise, meditate, spending time with friends/family, etc.
What percentage of girls have low self esteem?
75%
What goes up and down but doesn't move?
I made a mistake on a group project. Now everything thinks I'm dumb.
Everyone makes mistakes. One mistake does not mean that I'm not smart, and I have no idea what everyone else is thinking, so I cannot assume they think I'm dumb either.
Do your friendships affect your self esteem?
Yes. Toxic friendships create an environment where you are more likely to feel bad about yourself.
What can you do if you're not feeling confident or have low self esteem?
Talk to a friend, do something you like that will make you feel better, etc.
At what age is it too late to improve self-esteem?
Never!
What has hands, but can't clap?
A clock
It's been a really terrible day.