Self-Image is the mental picture we have of ourselves. It is the way we see our abilities, behavior, appearance and personality. When we have a positive self-image, we recognize and own our talents, abilities and potential, while being realistic about our shortcomings and limitations. A positive self-image focus’ on strengths and assets. It includes nurturing our self-esteem and having an accurate self-perception. When a person thinks positively about who they are, their talents, their life experiences and their abilities, they are more likely to understand themselves, have confidence, practice self-control, and achieve their goals. Below you will find resources you can use at home to help teach this important skill to your child.
Resources for Young Children:
Information:
Your Child’s Self-Esteem
https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/self-esteem.html
10 Ways to Nurture Your Childs Self-Concept
https://calm4kids.org/10-ways-to-nurture-your-childs-self-concept/
How to Create a Healthy Self Image in Your Child
https://www.kidsfirstcommunity.com/create-healthy-self-image-children/
Activities:
7 Simple Activities to Boost Self-Esteem in Children
https://www.momjunction.com/articles/increase-self-esteem-in-your-child_00357511/
Simple Self-Esteem Activities for Kids
https://kids.lovetoknow.com/kids-activities/self-esteem-activities-kids
Videos:
Self-Esteem: How to Feel Awesome About Being You
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6H0w03GJrQ
A Story about Confidence and Self-Love
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A2RlHM8xfmM
Reflection In Me
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9OOXCu5XMg&list=PLfNlzK1g-p91GxEC6IbxWbs7-GNP-zmbq&index=1
Resources for Adolescents:
Information:
What is Self-Concept?
https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-self-concept-2795865
Fostering a Positive Self-Image
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/12942-fostering-a-positive-self-image
What is Self-Image, and How do we Improve it?
https://positivepsychology.com/self-image/#:~:text=%207%20Activities%20for%20Developing%20Self-Image%20in%20Preschoolers,Set%20Lofty%20Expectations.%20You%20can%20use...%20More%20
Teens, Body Image and Social Media
Activities:
12 Activities to Start Building Self-Esteem Today
https://psychcentral.com/lib/12-simple-activities-you-can-do-to-start-building-self-esteem-today/
18 Self-Esteem Activities for Teens and Adults
https://positivepsychology.com/self-esteem-worksheets/
Videos:
Social Media and Teenage Self-Esteem
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxolrIIWEMQ&list=PLfNlzK1g-p91GxEC6IbxWbs7-GNP-zmbq&index=6&t=0s
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