1. Content Vocabulary
self-esteem
positive self-talk
body image

2. People with high self-esteem recognize their imperfections but like themselves anyways.
The value a person attaches to his or her self-image 2

3. Actions to Promote Positive Self-Esteem
To develop high self-esteem, use positive self-talk to turn ideas about what you’d like to be into realities. 3

4. Actions to Promote Positive Self-Esteem
Positive self-talk increases your feelings of self-esteem.
positive self-talk
The practice of making affirming statements to oneself 4

5. Actions to Promote Positive Self-Esteem
Promote self-esteem by:
Keeping friends who value and respect you.
Participating in regular physical activity.
Getting involved in the community.
Replacing negative self-talk with positive self-talk.
Imagining a successful outcome in advance. 5

6. Actions to Promote Positive Self-Esteem
Positive Body Image
A positive body image contributes to self-esteem.
Everyone develops at a different rate, so it is important not to compare your body to others.
body image
The way a person thinks his or her body looks 6

7. Self-Acceptance
Enjoy your accomplishments and view yourself as a worthwhile and valuable person. 7

8. Acquire a positive view of your inner self by:
Self-Acceptance
Acquire a positive view of your inner self by:
Appreciating your own uniqueness.
Celebrating your strengths and the strengths of others.
Believing in yourself.
Valuing who you are. 8

9. Section Review: Reviewing the Vocabulary
Define self-esteem.
self-esteem
The value a person attaches to his or her self-image

10. Section Review: Reviewing the Vocabulary
What is positive self-talk?
positive self-talk
The practice of making affirming statements to oneself