Self Esteem

Question 1

Self Esteem

Answer 1

How you feel about what you know about yourself.

Question 2

Self Awareness

Answer 2

What you know about yourself. Your strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes.

Question 3

Perceived Self
vs
Ideal Self

Answer 3

Your perceived self is how you see yourself whereas your ideal self is what you would like to be like. Your self esteem will be higher when your perceived and ideal self are similar and low when they are very different.

Question 4

Factors that influence self esteem and self awareness

Answer 4

Peers
Media
Family
Religion
Society
Environment you grow up in
Genetic make-up (Some people are more prone to anxiety or depression etc.)

Question 5

Strategies to enhance self-awareness

Answer 5

Perform self reflection
Talk to trusted friends/family members/mentors
Write down your goals and track your progress
Meditate

Question 6

Self confidence

Answer 6

Your belief in yourself and your abilities

Question 7

Self development

Answer 7

Your personal growth and development

Question 8

Strategies to improve self esteem

Answer 8

Set goals and take on challenges
Surround yourself with people who love you as you are (build positive relationships and avoid negative ones)
Volunteer and work in your community
Identify and challenge negative beliefs you have about yourself
Make good decisions

Question 9

Making good decisions questions to ask yourself

Answer 9

Is it the right thing to do? Is it moral?
Is the decision good for me? Is it in my best interests?
Is the decision good for others?

Question 10

Physical health and mental health

Answer 10

Being physically healthy improves your mental health.

Exercise produces endorphins and being fit can make you feel good about yourself and improve your self esteem.