RMY15: Self esteem
| Duration | 10 minutes |
| Learning Objectives | To understand what self-esteem is and discover ways to improve it. |
| Tools/materials for the Presenter | Rural Minds Youth PowerPoint – Self esteem |
| Lesson Components | Self-esteem is how we think about and value ourselves. It’s natural for your self-esteem to go up and down as a result of your experiences. Self-esteem is different to self-confidence – they are related, but not the same. Self-esteem is when you appreciate and value yourself, whereas self-confidence is when you believe in your abilities. It is common to have very high levels of confidence, but low self-esteem. Having consistently low self-esteem can result in negative feelings and behaviours, potentially leading to mental illness. Establishing a growth mindset is critical to developing and maintaining positive self-esteem. Do things to challenge yourself and try to think about obstacles and challenges as opportunities. |
| Key messages | Self-esteem is how we think about and value ourselves. There are things you can do to improve how you feel about yourself: 1. Be kind to yourself – treat yourself like you would your best friend 2. Be selective with your friends – choose people who have a positive impact on your life 3. Spend time doing things you enjoy and are good at 4. Stop to reflect on your accomplishments and abilities 5. Be true to yourself – do what you know to be right, even if it isn’t easy |
| Reflection | What are some of the ways we can improve our self-esteem? A: Be kind to yourself, Be selective with your friends, Spend time doing things you enjoy and are good at, Stop to reflect on your accomplishments and abilities, Be true to yourself. |