1. Building High Self-Esteem

2. Two Major Components of Self-Esteem Self-efficacy Belief you can achieve what you set out to do Self-respect What you think and feel about yourself

3. Self-Esteem = Self-Efficacy + Self-Respect

4. How Self-Esteem Develops Self-concept bundle of facts, opinions, beliefs, and perceptions about yourself that are present in every moment of every day

5. Childhood

6. Adolescence

7. Adulthood

8. How Self-Esteem Influences Your Behavior

9. Locus of Control External vs. Internal

10. Characteristics - Low Self-Esteem

11. Characteristics - High Self-Esteem

12. Building Self-Esteem

13. How to Build Self-Esteem Identify the source of low self-esteem Identify and accept your limitations Take responsibility for your decisions

14. How to Build Self-Esteem Engage in strength building Seek the support and guidance of mentors Set goals Practice guided imagery

15. Goal Setting Principles

16. Using Positive Self-Talk

17. Creating Self-Talk Statements

18. Table 4.2 - Creating Semantically Correct Self-Talk