LibGuides: ENGAGE: Life Skills: Self-Esteem

Self-esteem is the level of personal satisfaction one has in relation to their attitudes, beliefs, and general behavior.

Readings & Audio Books

Self-Esteem Test
"Do you believe in yourself? Do you give yourself the credit you deserve? Self-esteem is an integral part of personal happiness, fulfilling relationships and achievement. This test is designed to evaluate your general level of self-esteem and determine whether you need to work on your self-image. Take this self-esteem test to find out your true sense of self." (Psychology Today)
Continuing the Self-Esteem Conversation
"Healthy self-esteem is attainable."(Psychology Today)
Positive Relationships Boost Self-Esteem, and Vice Versa
"The authors found that positive social relationships, social support and social acceptance help shape the development of self-esteem in people over time across ages 4 to 76..." American Psychological Association
How to get out of your own way: three questions to ask yourself if you're self-sabotaging
"Here are three questions to ask yourself to get out of your own way:.." Good Life Project

What are Core Beliefs?
"Core beliefs are a person’s most central ideas about themselves, others, and the world."
Core Beliefs
Use this worksheet to identify core beliefs and improve upon those with negative connotations.
Core Beliefs: examining evidence
Use this worksheet to examine core beliefs.

Creating New Habits
Expand upon your plan to alter identified habits.
Habit Plan
Identify some habits and plan to change them using this helpful worksheet.
Nine Thinking Habits
Reflect on common habits and improve your relationship with them.

Designing Affirmations
Reinforce your self-identity with this esteem-boosting activity.
Learning New Skills
Reflect on your skill building in this quick exercise.

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How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other People \| Deep Dive	Why Confidence Matters (And How to Get It)
Why You Compare Yourself to Other People (And How to Stop)	Guy Winch \| How to Fix a Broken Heart
How to Design the Perfect Morning Routine (and Avoid a Bad One)

The Science of Self-Compassion

Maya Asks Michael Lewis to Be Her Friend