self-esteem
noun
self-es·teem
ˌself-ə-ˈstēm 
1
: a confidence and satisfaction in oneself : self-respect
2
Examples of self-esteem in a Sentence
friends and family have tried to help the shy child develop some self-esteem
his towering self-esteem made praise from other people entirely unnecessary
the kind of self-esteem that a struggling actor needs to keep going in the face of constant discouragement and rejection
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The study underscores that walking and other low-intensity exercises, such as yoga, can effectively enhance self-esteem, even in individuals with initially low activity levels.9
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Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
Opening up about your feelings doesn't have to turn into a heated confrontation or a dramatic confession about your low self-esteem.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 10 Jan. 2025
One idea is writing down or verbalizing positive affirmations: positive statements that boost self-regard and self-esteem.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 10 Jan. 2025
Without adequate support and systems that recognize the kaleidoscope of unique yet equally valid ways of learning, students risk social exclusion, low self-esteem, and difficulty understanding how to follow instructions, work in a team, or solve problems.
—William Jones, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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Sarah Jividen, Verywell Health, 10 Jan. 2025
Opening up about your feelings doesn't have to turn into a heated confrontation or a dramatic confession about your low self-esteem.
—Jenna Ryu, SELF, 10 Jan. 2025
One idea is writing down or verbalizing positive affirmations: positive statements that boost self-regard and self-esteem.
—Mark Gurarie, Health, 10 Jan. 2025
Without adequate support and systems that recognize the kaleidoscope of unique yet equally valid ways of learning, students risk social exclusion, low self-esteem, and difficulty understanding how to follow instructions, work in a team, or solve problems.
—William Jones, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Self-esteem.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-esteem. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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