Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
This is how you feel about yourself and your value as a person.
What is self-esteem?
This feeling might happen when you are about to answer a question in class.
What is feeling nervous?
What is nervous?
In this step of "Be Your Own Boss," I take a moment to calm down and slow my breathing.
What is BREATHE?
Believing you can try something new even if it feels hard is called this.
What is self-confidence?
Butterflies in your stomach or sweaty hands are signs of this.
What is anxiety?
Your friend says they are "fine" but they're quiet, not smiling, and avoiding eye contact.
What is sadness?
In this step, I come up with three possible responses in my head before I act.
What is THINK THREE?
This activity in our lesson helped you write down your strengths and decorate them with stickers.
What is the self-esteem shield?
In our lesson, this story character helped us talk about feeling worried.
Who is Chester the Cat?
Your best friend hangs out with someone else at lunch, what am I feeling?
What is Jealousy?
In this step, I take a moment to pause before proceeding with anything else.
What is STOP?
Knowing the things you are good at can help you feel proud and more willing to try new things.
What are your strengths?
Taking deep breaths or talking to a friend can help manage this feeling.
What is anxiety or stress?
What is embarassment?
In this step, I name the exact emotion I am feeling.
What is FEEL?
Saying “I can try my best” instead of “I can’t do this” is an example of this strategy.
What is positive self-talk?
Meeting new people or joining a new activity can sometimes cause this feeling.
What is feeling anxious or nervous?
You called your friend to hang out, but they don't answer the phone. You wonder where they are at. What am I feeling?
What is worried?
In this step, I choose the healthiest, and best option after thinking through my actions.
What is RESPOND?