Online Class: Building Self Esteem

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Course Description
Cultivating Self-Worth: Understanding, Recognizing, and Nurturing Healthy Self-Esteem
In today's fast-paced, comparative society, maintaining robust self-esteem is more critical than ever. Recent research reveals that low self-esteem is a significant precursor to several mental and physical health challenges. In fact, according to a 2021 study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology, individuals with persistent low self-esteem are at a higher risk for depression, anxiety, and even cardiovascular diseases.
Your self-worth plays a crucial role in your overall well-being. By investing time in understanding and nurturing it now, you're paving the way for a healthier, happier future. This comprehensive, self-paced course delves deep into the world of self-esteem, offering insights, real-life scenarios, and proactive strategies.
Whether you're battling the chains of diminished self-worth, supporting someone who is, or are simply proactive about mental wellness, this course is tailor-made for you. Enroll now to embark on a transformative journey towards a brighter, self-assured future!
Lesson 1: The Essence of Self-Esteem
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Overview: Delve into the intricate nuances of self-esteem. Understand its definition, its foundations, and its paramount importance in the realm of personal development.
Example: Jane, a top-tier executive, seemingly has it all. However, her childhood memories of being constantly compared to her peers still haunt her, causing bouts of imposter syndrome at work.
Lesson 2: The Pervasive Shadow of Low Self-Esteem
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Overview: Explore the far-reaching impacts of low self-esteem, both mentally and physically. From strained relationships to compromised career growth, this lesson uncovers the hidden implications of diminished self-worth.
Example: Despite being a talented artist, Alex shies away from showcasing his artwork due to a singular criticism he faced years ago, illustrating the deep-rooted impacts of low self-esteem.
Lesson 3: Decoding the Signs: Recognizing Low Self-Esteem
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Overview: Low self-esteem isn't always evident. This lesson teaches you to recognize the subtler signs and symptoms, aiding in early intervention and support.
Example: Lisa, an extroverted social butterfly, surprisingly showcases symptoms of low self-esteem through her constant need for validation.
Lesson 4: The Renaissance: Methods to Rebuild and Enhance Self-Esteem
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Overview: Dive into actionable strategies and practices that can rejuvenate one's self-esteem. From cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to daily affirmations, discover a plethora of tools at your disposal.
Example: After attending therapy, Sam incorporated daily gratitude practices, transforming his perspective and elevating his self-worth.
Lesson 5: Sustaining Self-Worth: A Lifelong Commitment
- Overview: Self-esteem is not a one-time achievement but a lifelong journey. Learn the art of continuous self-love, ensuring that your self-esteem remains resilient amidst life's challenges.
Remember, self-esteem is the cornerstone of one's mental and emotional well-being. This course offers you a holistic roadmap to understand, protect, and elevate this invaluable asset. Secure a future enriched with confidence and self-assuredness by enrolling today!
Course Motivation
On a scale of one to ten, how would you rate your current level of self-esteem?
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. Navigating Life through the Lens of Self-Esteem
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs places self-esteem as essential, requiring fulfillment of lower-level needs for its enhancement. It influences daily decisions, interactions, and how individuals tackle challenges.Lesson 2. Understanding and Overcoming Low Self-Esteem
Widespread yet overlooked, low self-esteem intertwines with depression, creating cycles of negative self-talk and unrecognized achievements. Addressing this through communication and support is vital, especially in vulnerable groups like adolescents and struggling adults.Lesson 3. Unmasking Hidden Self-Esteem Struggles: A Guide to Recognition
People with low self-esteem often attribute success to luck rather than their own efforts, preventing genuine self-confidence from developing. Transforming this mindset requires recognizing achievements as products of personal ability and dedication.Lesson 4. The Holistic Path to Self-Worth
Cultivate your self-esteem sustainably using practical exercises like affirmation writing and creating positive spaces in your life. The journey involves holistic improvements--mentally, physically, emotionally--emphasizing your inherent value and potential.Lesson 5. Breaking the Cycle of Negative Self-Talk: A Path to Empowerment
As self-esteem underpins how you view the world, adopting a lifestyle that nurtures positive self-worth is crucial. Tools like maintaining a thought journal and forming supportive daily habits help challenge negative perceptions and foster long-term self-confidence.
Learning Outcomes
- Assess your current level of self-esteem by completing the provided quiz and analyze the results to identify areas for personal growth and development.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that influence self-esteem by identifying at least three personal influences from a given list.
- Describe the impact of self-esteem on personal relationships and career success by providing two real-life examples of its effects.
- Identify and describe at least three key factors that influence the development of self-esteem based on the lesson material.
- Describe the impact of low self-esteem on emotional, mental, and physical health by identifying at least three specific negative outcomes.
- Identify the psychological and social factors contributing to low self-esteem in adolescents and adults.
- Recognize the common consequences of low self-esteem, including insecurity, self-doubt, and difficulty trusting others.
- Define the key characteristics of low self-esteem, including shyness and social avoidance, heighted sensitivity to criticism, and excessive self-criticism.
- Identify and describe common coping mechanisms used by individuals with low self-esteem, such as self-destructive behaviors, avoidance of intimacy, and perpetual busyness.
- Demonstrate the ability to set and maintain healthy boundaries with negative influences, fostering positive self-worth and self-perception.
- Recognize and prioritize personal needs and desires to improve self-awareness and emotional regulation, leading to enhanced self-esteem.
- Demonstrate the use of positive affirmations to transform self-perception and build long-term self-esteem.
- Identify and challenge negative self-talk patterns by tracking thoughts daily to promote awareness and positive change.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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Student Testimonials
- "Thank you for this course, I think everyone should take it. You have to fight your bad moods and self defeating thoughts like your life depends on it. Because it does!" -- Katelynn M.
- "This course was very helpful. It does a great job of displaying the complexities of low self-esteem. It gives lots of activities to build confidence and replace negative thoughts." -- Valerie E.
- "I found this course very helpful. Many factors regarding positive self-esteem are things I knew but forgot. The reinforcement was so helpful. I enjoyed this course." -- Annette S.
- "The instructor has prepared a class that is fun, makes one think about themselves in a positive manner, and hopefully changes for the better." -- Marshall G.
- "The instructor was terrific. This being my first online class, I was a little intimidated but it was such a breeze!" -- Barbara K.
- "I enjoyed taking this course and examining my thoughts and feelings about myself. I felt the instructor presented the information very well and it was extremely helpful." -- Doris Q.
- "The instructor is very well educated in this field of study. I have appreciated all the offerings of the additional readings and resources. Each lesson he provided revealed so much useful data that can be applied immediately." -- Kathleen M.
- "This course broke open the hidden and missing links of being accountable to myself taking action and moving on." -- Louise F.
- "This course was extremely insightful. I appreciated the pyramid diagram in the lesson which helped me to see how low self-esteem can begin. I want to help family members and others by means of these tools and by directing them to seek professional help. The most beneficial thing I learned from this course is that low self-esteem is a disease and needs to be treated professionally." -- Theresa T.
- "I believe this course was very resourceful and helpful with understanding Self-Esteem." -- Alyssa H.
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