Chapter 5: Lesson 2 Page 149

Your Self Concept

and

Self Esteem

Your Self-Concept

Your self-concept includes the way you see yourself as a student, as a friend, and a member of groups.

self-concept The way you see yourself overall

Your self-concept is based on external input from others as well as internal thoughts and experiences.

Your Self-Esteem

Self-esteem is part of your self-concept.

self-esteem How you feel about yourself

High self-esteem helps you be confident around others.

Influences on Self-Esteem

Messages youget from yourenvironment

The mediaYour own attitudes

and the choicesyou make

Benefits of Self-Esteem

Being optimistic is one of the benefits of having high self-esteem.

optimistic Having a positive attitude about the future

Benefits of Self-Esteem

Other benefits of self-esteem include:

Taking care of yourself

Enjoying meeting and being with others

Increased opportunities

Having confidence

confidence Belief in your ability to do what you set out to do

Building Self-Esteem

Set realistic goals.

Ask for help when you need it.

Accept that no one is perfect.

Focus on what your are naturally good at.

Think positively.