Esteem
Esteem – OTHERS (Social Climbing)
In Brief
“Paradoxically, external valuations become the prime determinants of self-concept.” ~ M. Schwartz
Quotes
“There is a mirror-type relationship with ‘self-esteem’ and ‘other-esteem.’”
~ T. Gilbertson
“If people were honest with themselves, they’d rename self-esteem to other-esteem.” ~ M. Reiner
“Wanting to be somebody else is a waste of the person you are.” ~ Marilyn Monroe
“Other-esteem makes a person less resilient and less likely to bounce back after a blow.” ~ J. Spence
Esteem – Self
In Brief
The essence of self-esteem is that it generated from within and flows outward.
Quotes
“Self-care is never a selfish act—It is simply good stewardship.” ~ P. Palmer
Self-esteem is not fixed. It is malleable and measurable.
Resources
Websites
Mindtools.com
Healthdirect.gov.au
Possibilitychange.com
Movies
Peaceful Warrior
The Pursuit of Happyness
A Beautiful Mind
If I Stay
Slumdog Millionaire
Books
Self-Esteem
~ M. Nathan
Self-Esteem for Men and Women
~ D. Hollins
Humility Rules
~ J. Wetta
Trait Pros
Resilience. Risk-taking. Tolerance. Delight.
Trait Cons
Self-expectations. Holding a grudge against oneself.
