Self Esteem, Self Respect content for Nursing Students

1. SELF ESTEEM
B Y-
M U K E S H S I N G H
D E PA RT M E N T O F M E N TA L H E A LT H N U R S I N G

2. OBJECTIVES:
• Definitions
• What is self-esteem.
• What self-esteem is not
• Factors that influence's one’s self-esteem.
• What is self esteem made of?
• Development of self esteem.
• Importance of self esteem.
• Effects of self-esteem.
• Some tips on building a positive and improving your self
esteem.

3. DEFINITION:
Self-concept: Picture or perception of ourselves/ a
person's mental model of his or her abilities and
attributes.
Self Efficacy: The set of beliefs that one can
perform adequately in a particular situation.

4. DEFINITION (CONT…
Self-ideal: The way we would like to be.
Self-actualization: A concept in personality psychology
referring to a person's constant striving to realize his or
her potential and to develop inherent talents and
capabilities.
Self-awareness: The top level of consciousness;
cognizance of the autobiographical character of
personally experienced events.

5. WHAT IS SELF ESTEEM?
Self Esteem: Feelings we have about ourselves. Self Esteem
is a realistic respect for or favourable impression of one self;
Self respect. (Dictionary.com)
It is feeling good about yourself, Putting a high value on
your worth, Thinking or thoughts in your head about your
self and it Is different depending on circumstances and
relationships. (Dr Moya O’Brien )

6. WHAT IS SELF-ESTEEM
CONT…
Self-esteem refers to the way
we see and think about ourselves.
(Sandeepchhaya)

7. CONT…
Self-esteem (how you see yourself)
( zubairsorathia)
• Is the evaluation of one’s success in
meeting set goals.
• The gap between how you see
yourself now and your ideal self.
• A strong and deeply-felt belief that
you as a person have value in the
world.

8. CONT…
• Self esteem is your opinion of yourself.
• High self esteem is a good opinion of
yourself
• low self esteem is a bad opinion of
yourself.

9. WHAT SELF-ESTEEM IS NOT
• Self Esteem is NOT dependent
upon what other people think of
you.
• Self Esteem is not egotism, arrogance,
narcissism/selfishness, or a desire to feel
superior to others.
• Self Esteem is not temporary euphoria.

10. FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE
SELF-ESTEEM
Most factors that affect our self-esteem are;
• Media (Dove Evolution Video) (10 minutes)
• Goal Setting, Self-Talk, Definition of Success
Accomplishment
• Expectations (Realistic vs. Unrealistic)
• Work Ethic, Attitude, Family, Friends

11. FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE
ONE’S SELF-ESTEEM CONT….
Your self esteem depends on many questions:
• Is your job worthwhile? Do others respect what you do?
• Do you believe you are successful?
• How do you see yourself (your self image)?
• Improve your self esteem
• Boost your self confidence

12. CONT….
• How do you feel about your strengths and weaknesses?
• What do you think of your social status?
• How do you relate to others?
• Can you make your own decisions?
 A lack of choices leads to low self esteem.

13. SELF-ESTEEM…WHAT IS IT
MADE OF?
Your self-esteem is made up of all
the experiences and interpersonal
Relationships you’ve had in your life.
Everyone you’ve ever met has added
to or taken away from how You see
yourself ! (sandeepchhaya)

14. DEVELOPMENT OF SELF-
ESTEEM
• A person develops his/her self esteem
throughout the life through experiences
• In this regard childhood experiences play
an important role in shaping self esteem.

15. FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE
TO HIGH OR LOW SELF ESTEEM
HIGH SELF-ESTEEM LOW SELF-ESTEEM
• If you are being praised
• If you are listened to
• If you are being spoken to
respectfully
• If you are getting attention
• Experiencing success
• Having trust worthy friends
• Experiencing Continuous
Failure
• Being expected to perfect all
the time
• Being Ignored or made fun of
• Having physical or emotional
punishment
• Being criticized

16. IMPORTANCE OF SELF-ESTEEM.
According to Dr Moya O’Brien, Self-esteem is important
because it is associated with feelings like;
• Confidence
• Pleasure
• Sense of Optimism
• Happiness

17. SELF-ESTEEM IMPORTANCE
CONT…
• Having a healthy self - esteem creates confidence, self-reliance, and
overall happiness in an individual.
• If you have confidence you will respect yourself and then you can
respect others.
• Improve your relationships and become happier
this is not a selfish goal as you will contribute
more and share yourself with the world and
Those around you.

18. IMPORTANCE OF SELF-ESTEEM
CONT…
• Low esteem causes depression, unhappiness, insecurity and
low confidence.
• Other's desires may take preference over yours.
• Inner criticism, that nagging voice of disapproval inside
you, causes you to stumble at every challenge and
challenges seem impossible

19. ADVANTAGES OF A GOOD SELF-
ESTEEM
Leader to others
Accept to failure
Change the bad
Appreciate life
Willing to try new things
Belief in self
Not to threat others
Doesn’t submit to peer
pressure

20. EFFECTS OF HIGH SELF-
ESTEEM
• They don’t worry about how others will judge them.
• They have the courage to express themselves
• Their lives are enriched with each new encounter.
• They are nicer to be around.
• Their ideas are met with interest because others want to hear
what they have to say
• They are magnets to positive opportunities

21. EFFECTS OF LOW SELF-
ESTEEM
People with low self-esteem possess following characteristics:
• They don’t believe in themselves.
• They see themselves failing before they begin.
• They have a hard time forgiving
• their mistakes and make themselves pay the price forever
• They believe they can never be as good as they should be or as
others.
• They are afraid to show their creativity because they will be
ridiculed.

22. EFFECTS OF LOW SELF-
ESTEEM
• They are dissatisfied with their lives.
• They spend most of their time alone.
• They complain and criticize.
• They worry about everything and do
nothing.

23. TIPS ON BUILDING YOUR SELF-
ESTEEM
• Learn to be more assertive and not feel guilty about saying
no Think positively
• Believe on your self and learn a new skill
• Make plans for the future .Set and achieve goals
• Do something challenging each day look your best
• Eat correctly
• Do something for someone else

24. CONT….
• Handle things one at a time
• Use criticism constructively
• Ask for help - take advantage of learning opportunities
• Allow personal growth time each day
• Do not say negative things about yourself
• Reward yourself often
• List your accomplishments each evening
• Volunteer to share your skills with others

25. HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR SELF-
ESTEEM
• Choose friends who value and respect you.
• Focus on positive aspects about yourself.
• Replace negative self-talk with supportive self-talk
• Act in accordance with your values
• Work toward accomplishments rather than perfection.
• Consider your mistakes learning opportunities.

26. CONT…
• Try new activities to discover your talents.
• Write down your goals and the steps you will take to achieve
them.
• Exercise regularly to feel more energized.
• Volunteer to help someone
• Accept the things you can’t change, and focus your
energy on changing the things you can.

27. REFERENCES
• http://www.slideshare.net/zubairsorathia/05-self
• Dr Moya O’Brien Improving Your Child’s Self Esteem.
• Clarence Castillo Building Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
towards Self-Actualization. Kdcsdross self esteem.
http://www.slideshare.net/kdcsdross/self-esteem.
• sandeepchhaya self-esteem.
http://www.slideshare.net/sandeepchhaya.

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