CHILD DEVELOPMENT PEDAGOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Upward and Downward Comparisons Influence Our Self-Esteem. Although we use social comparison in part to develop our self-concept-that is, to form accurate conclusions about our attitudes, abilities, and opinions-social comparison has perhaps an even bigger impact on our self-esteem.

Detailed explanation-2: -What influences self esteem? Your self esteem can be influenced by your beliefs on the type of person you are, what you can do, your strengths, your weaknesses and your expectations of your future. There may be particular people in your life whose messages about you can also contribute to your self esteem.

Detailed explanation-3: -Recognize situations that affect self-esteem A crisis at work or home. A challenge with a spouse, loved one, co-worker or other close contact. A change in roles or life events, such as a job loss or a child leaving home.

Detailed explanation-4: -For some people, implicit and explicit self-esteem are highly related, but for others they don’t match up well. Self-esteem can be ‘fragile’ when explicit measures are higher than implicit measures, and ‘damaged’ when the reverse occurs.

Detailed explanation-5: -Self-esteem impacts your decision-making process, your relationships, your emotional health, and your overall well-being. It also influences motivation, as people with a healthy, positive view of themselves understand their potential and may feel inspired to take on new challenges.