Question

improving your self - esteem p.39
a. key idea (annotation)
self - esteem means how much you value and feel confident about yourself. you can improve it by focusing on your strengths, setting goals, relying on your values, and not basing your worth only on what others think. focus on your strengths.
annotation: write down what you do well. dont obsess over weaknesses—use them as areas for growth.
list 2 strengths you have and 1 area youd like to improve. write your answer on your paper.

1. strength 1____; 2. strength __3. area to improve ____

b. set ambitious but realistic goals.
annotation: goals give you direction and help you feel accomplished when achieved.
write one goal youd like to achieve this school year and a first step you can take toward it.

1. goal: write your answer on your paper. first step: write your answer on your paper.

c.learn from mistakes.
annotation: failure is a teacher—dont let it define you. instead, ask, \what can i learn from this?\

1. think of the time you made a mistake. what did you learn from it? write your answer on your paper.

d. rely on your values.
annotation: doing what matches your beliefs makes you feel proud and confident. values are the standards and beliefs that are most important to you.
what are two values that are important to you?

1. value 1: write your answer on your paper. 7. value 2: write your answer on your paper.

e. accept compliments.
annotation: learn to say \thank you\ instead of brushing off praise.

1. write how you would respond if a classmate said: \you did a really good job on your project!\ write your answer on your paper.

f. help others. annotation: volunteering or helping at home boosts your sense of purpose.

1. write down one way you could help someone this week. write your answer on your paper.

g. dont focus too much on appearance. annotation: looking neat can build confidence, but true self - esteem comes from within, not from looks.
10.what is one non - appearance quality you admire in yourself? write your answer on your paper.
h. check your understanding

1. why is it unhealthy to base your self - esteem only on other peoples opinions? write your answer on your paper.
2. how does setting realistic goals help your self - esteem? write your answer on your paper.
3. which self - esteem tip from page 39 do you think would be most helpful for you? write your answer on your paper.
4. why? write your answer on your paper.

Explanation:

These questions are designed to prompt self - reflection on self - esteem. For each part, one should draw on personal experiences, beliefs, and goals. For example, for listing strengths and areas for improvement, one should introspect about personal qualities. When thinking about goals, consider academic or personal growth in the school year. Reflecting on mistakes helps in learning and building self - esteem. Identifying values, responding to compliments, helping others, and considering non - appearance qualities all contribute to a healthy self - esteem. Understanding why basing self - esteem on others' opinions is unhealthy and how setting goals helps are also important aspects of self - esteem improvement.

Answer:

1. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Strength 1: Good at problem - solving; 2. Strength: Good listener; 3. Area to improve: Public speaking)
2. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Goal: Get an A in math; First Step: Study for an extra hour each day)
3. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Made a mistake in a group project by not communicating well. Learned the importance of clear communication)
4. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Value 1: Honesty)
5. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Value 2: Kindness)
6. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Thank you! I worked really hard on it.)
7. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Help a neighbor with their groceries)
8. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., My perseverance)
9. Basing self - esteem only on others' opinions makes one's self - worth unstable as others' views can change. It also doesn't account for one's own internal qualities and achievements.
10. Setting realistic goals gives a sense of direction and when achieved, provides a feeling of accomplishment which boosts self - esteem.
11. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Learning from mistakes)
12. (Answer will vary based on individual, e.g., Because every mistake is an opportunity for growth and helps in building resilience)