Now that the Oscars have come and gone, it’s time to reminisce about the most memorable moments. As a person with a rare form of alopecia, it will always be “the slap.” The slap continues to be talked ...

Self-worth, or your belief in your own value as a person, generally comes from within. Self-esteem, or your opinion of your traits and abilities, often comes from outside sources. You can boost both ...

Believing in your own abilities, sense of self-worth, and strength is one of the most important ways to ensure your happiness. It’s no fun getting up in the morning and feeling that you’re a failure ...

Cowritten by Arasteh Gatchpazian and Tchiki Davis, Ph.D. Self-esteem represents the foundation that supports the relationship you have with yourself. It carries over into every aspect of life. Let’s ...

In the ’90s, when I was growing up, self-esteem was treated by adults like a magical invincibility shield. Self-confidence could protect you from all of life’s horrors, the thinking seemed to be. In ...

"Self-esteem is the reputation we acquire with ourselves." —Nathaniel Branden Self-esteem is a fundamental aspect of human psychology that influences how we perceive and interact with ourselves and ...

Part II of this series described four basic types of self-esteem. They result from understanding it as a relationship between two factors—namely, competence and worthiness. This two-factor theory of ...

Assertiveness and self-esteem are deeply intertwined, forming a foundation for emotional health, effective communication, and personal growth. Assertiveness—the ability to stand up for one’s needs and ...

Confidence in one's value as a human being is a precious psychological resource and generally a highly positive factor in life; it is correlated with achievement, good relationships, and satisfaction.

1. Myth: You either have self-esteem or you don’t. Self-esteem can seem so elusive and out of reach that many deem themselves fated to a life of low self worth. They imagine some have the gift of ...