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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