self esteem
Why is self esteem important?
You should know your worth/value
Others will respect you
You will do better/ better outcomes
a feeling of trust in one's abilities, qualities, and judgment.
true or false: everyone struggles with self confidence
True. we all one way or another struggle with our self confidence!
What are some 'positivity words?
I can, I will, I got this, keep going, you're amazing etc
Your friend failed their science test. They start saying things like " I give up! I will never pass this class, Im not smart!" Is this self confidence?
No he is being negative
What activities make you feel good about yourself?
what are some words that show self esteem?
" I can, I will, yes I can, I know I can, I got this... etc"
true or false If you feel down about yourself, you can always talk to an adult.
True. talking to a. trusted adult if you are feeling negative can help.
Is it ever okay to lower someones self confidence?
no, that is bullying
You look in the mirror, and you are happy. Is this self esteem?
Yes!
What are 3 things that you like about yourself?
Answers may vary (example: I am good at science, I can sing, I am a good artist... etc)
your friend is saying something negative about themselves, how can you help them with their self confidence?
say nice things, use encouragement, support them etc
True or false Sometimes people bully others, to raise their own self confidence.
True. sometimes people are mean to others because they feel bad about themselves, and they want others to feel what they feel.
What is one way you can show positivity In school?
You practice the drums every night, and you still are struggling. But you keep practicing because you enjoy the drums. Is this self confidence
has your self confidence been challenged in anyway?
answers may vary ( did you fail a test? did someone say something negative to you and it hurt your feelings?)
is self confidence important for our mental health?
Yes. feeling good about ourselves helps us feel good, and this helps our brains feel good.
True or false, you can be confident in one area, but not feel confident in another?
True. you can be confident in math, and not feel confident in History.
how can you show positivity at home?
Help mom with chores, be nice to your siblings...
Someone says your shirt is weird and not nice, and you feel sad. This comment makes you want to wear different clothes and change your appearance. is this self confident
No
Is there an important figure in your life that raises your self esteem?
answers may vary ( a parent, a grandparent, teacher, friend.. etc)
can making sure we look nice, and are healthy help us with our self confidence?
yes, sometimes looking good ( doing our hair, wearing a nice outfit, brushing our teeth) can help us feel better about ourselves. ( its also nice to treat yourself once in a while)
True or false: Its okay to just give up and never try again.
Have you ever spread positivity? how?
Your teacher sees that you are struggling in class and offers to go to tutoring. You go to tutoring everyday after school, and your grades start getting better!! because of this you start feeling good about yourself. Is this self esteem?
Yes