Definition:In psychology, the term self-esteem is used to describe a person's overall sense of self-worth or personal value. Self-esteem is often seen as a personality trait, which means that it tends to be stable and enduring. Self-esteem can involve a variety of beliefs about the self, such as the appraisal of one's own appearance, beliefs, emotions and behaviors. Learn more about self-esteem.
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it?s very important to have self esteem..
Hi Kendra,
I am currently in a PsyD program and reference your material often. I hope you keep up the good work. Thank you for your knowledge.
Scott
Hi hi hi. I love myself and I have high self-esteem!
To define selfesteem is to put ones self up on a pedastal. I teach my daughter to use the defintion of self worth instead..