They were also inclined to say that when a crisis hit, there were times that they felt so weak that they felt it was impossible to survive. Yet, in the end, the crisis created strengthening factors. Self-esteem is defined as the value, appreciation and regard you have for yourself. A one word summary - reputation. The reputation that you have with yourself.
Confidence is different.
It is defined as the ability to create that value, appreciation and regard for self. As a woman, when the chips are down, your confidence factors come actively into play. The most confident people at some time have had a bad day, week, month, even year. And finally, leave it. Upbringing, Work, Relationships, Crises, Appearance, and Listening.