My Self-Esteem Check-In

Name: _________________________ Date: _________________

Part 1: How Do I Feel About Myself?

Read each statement and circle the number that best describes how you feel most of the time. (1 = Strongly Disagree, 5 = Strongly Agree)

1. I generally feel good about who I am.
   1   2   3   4   5

2. I believe I am a capable and competent person.
   1   2   3   4   5

3. I feel comfortable expressing my opinions and ideas.
   1   2   3   4   5

4. I often compare myself negatively to others.
   1   2   3   4   5

5. I am usually kind to myself, even when I make mistakes.
   1   2   3   4   5

6. I worry a lot about what other people think of me.
   1   2   3   4   5

7. I feel proud of my achievements.
   1   2   3   4   5

8. It's hard for me to accept compliments.
   1   2   3   4   5

Part 2: Quick Reflection

1. What is one thing you like about yourself? (It can be big or small!)
   
   
   
   

2. What is one area you'd like to feel more confident in?
   
   
   
   

3. On a scale of 1-10 (1 being very low, 10 being very high), how would you rate your overall self-esteem today?
   
   
   
   

Thought Detective! Spotting Cognitive Distortions

Name: _________________________ Date: _________________

Part 1: Scenario Investigation

Read each scenario. Underline the negative thought(s) and then identify which cognitive distortion(s) are present. (Hint: there might be more than one!)

Cognitive Distortions to Look For:

• All-or-Nothing Thinking: Seeing things in black and white.
• Catastrophizing: Expecting the worst-case scenario.
• Mind Reading: Assuming you know what others are thinking.
• Personalization: Taking things personally, even if they aren't about you.

Scenario 1:
Maria gave a presentation in class. She stumbled on one word and felt her face get red. She thought, "I completely messed up that presentation. Everyone thinks I'm a terrible speaker and I'll never be good at anything public speaking related."

Cognitive Distortion(s):

Scenario 2:
Jamal didn't get invited to a party that some of his friends were going to. He immediately thought, "They must hate me. I always get left out. I'll never have any real friends."

Cognitive Distortion(s):

Scenario 3:
After studying for hours, Sarah got a B on her math test. She thought, "I'm so stupid. I should have gotten an A. This proves I'm not smart enough for advanced classes."

Cognitive Distortion(s):

Scenario 4:
Mr. Chen looked serious when he handed back the homework. David thought, "He probably thinks my work is terrible. I bet he's disappointed in me."

Cognitive Distortion(s):

Part 2: My Own Thoughts

Think about a recent time you had a negative thought about yourself or a situation. Write it down, and then see if you can identify any cognitive distortions.

My Negative Thought:

Cognitive Distortion(s) I Spot:

My Thought Challenge Journal

Name: _________________________ Date: _________________

This journal is your space to catch and challenge negative thoughts. Remember, the goal is to find more balanced and realistic ways of thinking.

Thought #1: The Thought Trap

What was the negative thought? (Write down the exact thought you had)

When did you have this thought? (Briefly describe the situation)

What cognitive distortion(s) do you see in this thought? (e.g., All-or-Nothing, Catastrophizing, Mind Reading, Personalization)

Challenging the Thought

1. Examine the Evidence:

• What evidence supports this thought?
  
  
  
  
• What evidence goes against this thought, or shows it's not entirely true?
  
  
  
  

2. Seek Alternative Explanations:

• Is there another way to look at this situation or thought?
  
  
  
  
• What would I tell a friend who had this exact thought?
  
  
  
  

3. Decatastrophize (if applicable):

• What's the most realistic worst-case scenario?
  
  
  
  
• If that happened, how would I cope?
  
  
  
  

The New, Balanced Thought

Based on your challenge, what is a more balanced, realistic thought you can replace the old one with?

How do you feel after challenging this thought? (e.g., a little better, less anxious, more hopeful)

Thought #2: (Optional, for more practice)

What was the negative thought?

What cognitive distortion(s) do you see in this thought?

My Challenging Questions/Responses:

My New, Balanced Thought:

My Strengths Web

Name: _________________________ Date: _________________

It's time to recognize all the awesome things about YOU! Think about your skills, talents, positive character traits, and what you're good at – big or small. Don't be shy!

Instructions:

1. In the center circle, write "MY STRENGTHS".
2. In the surrounding circles, write down at least 5-7 different strengths you possess. These can be:
   • Skills: (e.g., good at drawing, coding, playing a sport, cooking, organizing, problem-solving)
   • Character Traits: (e.g., kind, resilient, brave, funny, loyal, honest, creative, persistent, empathetic, curious)
   • Talents: (e.g., understanding people, learning quickly, making others laugh, public speaking, leadership)
   • Things you enjoy doing and are good at!
3. From each strength circle, draw a line to an outer box and write an example or a brief explanation of how you show that strength.

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My Coping Skills Plan

Name: _________________________ Date: _________________

Everyone faces tough emotions like stress, sadness, or frustration. Having a plan for how to cope can make a big difference. This worksheet will help you build your own personal coping skills toolkit!

Part 1: Coping Skills Brainstorm

Check off any coping skills you already use or would like to try. Add your own ideas too!

• Deep Breathing Exercises
• Listening to Music
• Talking to a Trusted Friend/Adult
• Going for a Walk/Run/Bike Ride
• Drawing or Doodling
• Writing in a Journal
• Playing a Sport/Exercising
• Reading a Book
• Watching a Funny Video/Movie
• Practicing Mindfulness (e.g., focusing on senses)
• Spending Time in Nature
• Doing a Hobby I Enjoy (e.g., gaming, cooking, building)
• Taking a Warm Shower/Bath
• Cuddling a Pet
• Helping Someone Else
• Meditating
• My Own Idea: ___________________________________
• My Own Idea: ___________________________________

Part 2: My Personal Coping Plan

Choose 2-3 coping skills from the list (or your own ideas) that you think would be most helpful for you. For each skill, explain how and when you would use it.

Coping Skill 1: ________________________________________

• How I will use it:
  
  
  
  
  
  
• When I would use it (e.g., when I feel stressed about a test, when I'm feeling down after a bad day):
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Coping Skill 2: ________________________________________

• How I will use it:
  
  
  
  
  
  
• When I would use it:
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Coping Skill 3 (Optional): ________________________________________

• How I will use it:
  
  
  
  
  
  
• When I would use it:
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

Part 3: Commitment

I commit to trying out at least one of these coping skills this week. I know that practicing these skills will help me manage my emotions and build my self-esteem.

Signature: _________________________ Date: _________________

My Self-Esteem Action Plan

Name: _________________________ Date: _________________

Congratulations on completing our "Boost Your Self-Esteem!" journey! Now it's time to create your personal action plan to continue nurturing your self-worth in the long term. This plan will be a reminder of everything you've learned and how you'll apply it.

Part 1: My Key Learnings

1. What is the most important thing you learned about self-esteem during these 6 weeks?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. Which cognitive distortion do you notice most often in your own thinking? (e.g., All-or-Nothing, Catastrophizing, Mind Reading, Personalization)
   
   
   
   

3. What is your favorite strategy for challenging negative thoughts? (e.g., Examining Evidence, Alternative Explanations, Decatastrophizing)
   
   
   
   

4. List 2-3 of your top strengths or positive qualities that you want to remember and celebrate.
   
   
   
   

5. What are 2 healthy coping skills from our toolkit that you plan to continue using?
   
   
   
   

Part 2: My Self-Esteem Commitments

Write down 3 specific actions you commit to taking in the coming weeks and months to continue building and sustaining your self-esteem. Be specific!

Commitment 1: (Focus on challenging thoughts or positive self-talk)

• What I will do:
  
  
  
  
  
  
• How often:
  
  
  

Commitment 2: (Focus on celebrating strengths or internal validation)

• What I will do:
  
  
  
  
  
  
• How often:
  
  
  

Commitment 3: (Focus on coping skills, self-compassion, or setting boundaries)

• What I will do:
  
  
  
  
  
  
• How often:
  
  
  

Part 3: My Self-Worth Mantra

Create a short, positive statement or mantra that you can say to yourself when you need a boost. Make it empowering and personal to you!

My Self-Worth Mantra:

Part 4: Looking Ahead

How do you think continuing to practice these skills will impact your life in the future?