Self-esteem is the way you see and value yourself. Do you see yourself as likable and important? Or, instead, do you consider yourself to be inferior, inadequate and lacking in importance? To have a healthy self-esteem means to feel positive, be assertive and act confident. It includes being resilient and having an overall sense of well-being and is an important aspect of any recovery program. This lesson will explain what self-esteem is and what it is not. Learn the factors that shape and influence self-esteem and discover ten vital ways to increase your self-esteem.
