Self-esteem
What is self-esteem ? (definition)
How we think and feel about ourselves. In other words it is how much you value, respect, and feel confident about yourself.
What is one thing people with low self esteem worry about ?
Appearance
What others think of them or if they are liked
Being a burden - Being a source of inconvenience to someone.
People with high-self esteem
A) Avoid new Challenges
B) Accept themselves as they are
C) Let others make decisions for them
D) Feel Unimportant
B) Accept themselves as they are
The world's fastest animal.
cheetah
self love is built by the opinion of others?
True or false?
False.
Does social Media affect your self-esteem ? Why or why not
(yes or no)
Yes - Social media can make people compare themselves to others, wanting approval through likes and comments. It can also expose them to cyberbullying. This mix of factors can hurt their self-esteem and confidence, leading to feelings of not being good enough, depression, anxiety, and loneliness, all of which can harm their overall health.
What are some ways you can improve your self-esteem
Work on your weaknesses
Challenge negative thoughts - positive affirmations
Set and achieve goals
What is a positive affirmation ? Give me an example
Positive phrases or statements can help us push back against negative or unhelpful thoughts.
"I can do this"
I am worthy
I am not defined my by past; I am driven by my future.
Mary’s father has 5 daughters – Nana, Nene, Nini, Nono. What is the fifth daughters name?
Mary.
School, relationships, family, change
Your self-esteem develops and changes as a result of your life experiences and interactions with other people. (True or False)
True
Which ones are signs of low-self-esteem
A) Self-doubt
B) Takes responsibility for actions
C) Compares themselves to others
D) Sets Realistic goals for themselves
A and C
What are the two sides of self esteem?
Positive or negative.
This has to be broken before you can use it.
What is a coping skill ? (Define)
Coping skills are the strategies and tools people use to handle stress, feelings, and tough situations in a smart way.
Who can be affected by low self-esteem?
Anyone
Low self-esteem can be linked to what mental health disorders ?
May include anxiety, depression, and eating disorders.
When someone feels bad about themselves, it can lead to feelings of sadness or worry, and sometimes even unhealthy behaviors.
15 minutes per day 4-7 times per week it can boost your mood and confidence.
Exercise.
This has 2 arms, 4 legs and is not alive.
A chair.
What's a great way to show someone you care about their mental health?
Listening to them, being kind, and encouraging them to talk about how they feel.
What are some factors that shape your self-esteem ?
What can affect the way you feel about yourself.
People - what they say, how they treat you
Age
Society - norms
Social Media
Performance at school
Gender
Ethnicity
What kind of people should you surround yourself with?
Positive and happy people! people who build you up..Remember "put ups"
WILDCARD: You will get 500 points if each of you say one kind thing to another person in your group.
:)
What is the nickname for New York City?
The Big Apple
Changing negative thoughts to positive thoughts has no affect on your mental health.
(True or False)