self esteem
What is self-esteem?
Confidence in your self worth
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, at one time or another!
What are some positivity phrases you can say to yourself?
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, I'm not smart!" Is this self confidence?
No, they are being negative.
What activities make you feel good about yourself?
answers will vary
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. If you're feeling negative, talking to a trusted adult can help.
Is it ever okay to lower someones self confidence?
no!
You look in the mirror, and you are happy. Is this self esteem?
Yes!
What is 1 thing 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 herself. How can you help her with her self-confidence?
Say nice things, use encouragement, support her, etc
True or false: Sometimes people are mean 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 ever been challenged in anyway?
answers will 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. And on another day, you may not be confident in Math, and 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 will vary (a parent, a grandparent, teacher, friend.. etc)
Can treating ourselves well help with our self confidence?
Yes, it's important to do things for yourself to make yourself feel good. It is important to treat yourself well!
True or false: It is okay to just give up and never try again.
False. Keep trying and never give up!
Have you ever spread positivity? how?
(Answers will vary)
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