Self-esteem

Self-Esteem Student’s Name Institution Course Name and Number Lecturer’s Name Due Date Self-Esteem Self-esteem is a personal overall sense of value and self-worth that describes one’s level of confidence in their abilities and attributes (Juth et al., 2008). It influences various life aspects of an individual including relationships, career, mental well-being, decision-making, and overall quality of life depending on the level. For instance, healthy or high self-esteem is associated with increased confidence and self-worth whereas low self-esteem is characterized by a lack of confidence in one's ability and identity, feelings of loneliness, low academic performance, and incompetence at work (Juth et al., 2008). Based on personal assessment, I have healthy self-esteem demonstrated through my confidence in expressing my ideas and opinions, my ability to set realistic goals and expectations, and my handle criticism maturely. I also have relationships that are more satisfying and often perform better at school and work. Additionally, I always enjoy improved physical and mental health and refrain from antisocial behavior. From an individual viewpoint, self-esteem can be improved due to behavioral change and neuroplasticity. Behavioral changes entail modifying one's actions, attitudes, and habits to improve their performance, relationships, productivity, and wellbeing (Juth et al., 2008). They occur regularly as people grow and gain more experiences in life. Engaging in...