Understanding Self-esteem and Confidence

What is self-esteem?

• The ability to run fast

• The way you feel about yourself

• The amount of money you have

• The number of friends you have

Which of the following is an effect of low self-esteem?

• Feeling confident in new situations

• Having a positive outlook on life

• Doubting your abilities

• Being very social

What is a positive affirmation?

• A negative thought about yourself

• A statement that encourages self-doubt

• A positive statement you repeat to yourself

• A question you ask others

Which of the following is a technique to boost self-esteem?

• Comparing yourself to others

• Practising positive affirmations

• Ignoring your achievements

• Focusing on your weaknesses

What is negative self-talk?

• Encouraging yourself

• Criticising yourself in your mind

• Praising others

• Asking for help

How can negative self-talk impact self-esteem?

• It boosts your confidence

• It makes you feel better about yourself

• It lowers your self-esteem

• It has no effect

Which of the following is a strategy to build confidence?

• Avoiding new experiences

• Setting small, achievable goals

• Focusing only on failures

• Ignoring compliments

What is one way to identify negative self-talk?

• Listening to how you speak to others

• Writing down your thoughts and reviewing them

• Ignoring your thoughts

• Asking others for their opinion

Which of the following is NOT a positive affirmation?

• "I am capable and strong."

• "I can't do anything right."

• "I am worthy of love and respect."

• "I believe in myself."

What is a benefit of having high self-esteem?

• Feeling anxious all the time

• Being afraid to try new things

• Having a positive self-image

• Doubting your decisions