Embracing Self-Worth

David Sayegh

Tier 3

Lesson Plan

Embracing Self-Worth

Boost Self-Esteem and Mental Health

This lesson aims to help a 12th-grade female student struggling with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem to realize she deserves happiness and respect. Through experiential and inquiry-based learning, the student will engage in activities that promote self-acceptance and mental health improvement. The lesson includes a video, discussion, creative collage activity, and quiz to facilitate understanding and personal growth.

Audience

12th Grade Female Student

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Experiential Learning, Inquiry-Based Learning, Active Learning, Trauma-Informed Teaching, Game-Based Learning, Blended Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Video: All About Self-Esteem, Activity: Creative Self-Esteem Collage, Reading: Summary of Self-Esteem Tips, Discussion Guide: Exploring Self-Worth, and Quiz: Understanding Self-Esteem

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin by welcoming the student and setting a positive tone for the session.
Briefly discuss the importance of self-esteem and mental health.
Introduce the video "All About Self-Esteem" and explain its relevance to the lesson.

Step 2

Video Viewing

8 mins

Watch the video "All About Self-Esteem" together.
Encourage the student to take notes on key points that resonate with her, such as identifying core beliefs and safety behaviors.

Step 3

Discussion

5 mins

Use the discussion guide to explore the student's thoughts on the video.
Ask questions about which concepts she found most helpful and why.
Discuss how these concepts can be applied to her daily life.

Step 4

Creative Collage Activity

7 mins

Provide the student with materials to create a self-esteem collage (magazines, scissors, glue, paper).
Instruct her to cut out images and words that represent her strengths and positive qualities.
Encourage creativity and self-expression, offering support and insights as needed.

Step 5

Quiz and Closure

5 mins

Administer the "Understanding Self-Esteem" quiz to assess comprehension.
Review the answers together, providing feedback and encouragement.
Conclude with a positive affirmation, reinforcing the student's worth and potential for happiness.

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Reading

Summary of Self-Esteem Tips

This reading provides a concise summary of the key points from the video 'All About Self-Esteem', highlighting practical exercises to improve self-esteem.

Key Tips to Boost Self-Esteem

Identify Core Beliefs: Recognize negative beliefs about yourself and challenge them.
Identify Safety Behaviors: Notice behaviors that protect you from facing negative beliefs.
Face Your Fears: Break rules that reinforce negative beliefs and test your predictions.
Replace Self-Criticism with Self-Compassion: Be kind to yourself and acknowledge your efforts.

Discussion

Exploring Self-Worth

This discussion guide helps facilitate a conversation about self-esteem and personal growth, encouraging the student to share her thoughts and feelings.

Which concept from the video did you find most helpful?

Encourage the student to explain why a particular concept resonated with her.

How do you currently view your self-worth?

Guide the student to reflect on her self-perception and areas for improvement.

What steps can you take to improve your self-esteem?

Discuss practical actions the student can implement in her daily life.