Definitions
What is self-esteem?
Self-esteem reflects a person's feelings about themselves, whether it is positive or negative.
What do you think harms people's self-esteem the most?
A.) The media B.) Yourself C.) Other people D.) All of the above
All of the above
Take a guess- what percentage of the world's population is affected by low self-esteem?
85%
True or False. Its hard to change your self-esteem.
True. It can be hard for some people as it takes a lot of practice and self reflection.
Share a time you helped someone who was struggling with low self-esteem.
What does "appearance ideals" mean?
What our society or culture tells us is the ideal way to look at a certain moment in time.
What are the two sides of self-esteem?
Positive (building someone up) and negative (tearing someone down).
Share a time when you struggled with self- esteem.
15 minutes per day of ________, 4-7 times per week can elevate your mood and self-confidence.
Exercise
This musician promotes body acceptance and is known for the lyrics "I flip my hair back, check my nails, baby how you feelin'? Feelin' good as..."
Lizzo
What does "appearance pressures" mean?
Pressures we feel to look like an appearance ideal and be beautiful, handsome, glamorous and attractive.
What are the signs that someone may be suffering from low self-esteem?
Negative self-talk, negative towards self, shy, etc. May lead to poor hygiene and self-harming behaviors
True or False. Only women suffer from low-self esteem.
False. 59% of men suffer from self-esteem.
What kind of people should you surround yourself with?
Happy, positive, and supportive people!
Maybe this funny and crazy actor's heart was "2 sizes too small" because he suffered from depression and low self-esteem in his early years.
The Grinch (Jim Carey)
What is body confidence?
The way we think and feel about our looks and how we behave as a result.
What are some things that might lead to low self-esteem?
Criticism, comparing oneself to others, bullying, genetics, personality, life experiences, health, thoughts, etc.
True or False. Studies suggest that social media usage negatively impacts self-esteem.
True.
What is the best way to raise your own self-esteem?
Self acceptance and being kind to yourself.
What is one thing you do to make yourself feel better when you are down about yourself?
What is body dysmorphia?
A body image disorder characterized by the obsessive idea that some aspect of one's body part is profoundly flawed and hence warrants behaviors designed to hide or fixed these perceived flaws.
What mental health problems can low self-esteem can lead to?
Depression, anxiety, high stress levels, eating disorders, self-harm, insecurity, and paranoia.
Take a guess- What percentage of women who are at a normal weight want to be thinner?
70%
Name three ways you can increase your self-esteem.
Affirmations, meditate, positive self-talk, set realistic expectations for yourself.
Name at least one thing that you like about yourself.