Applications for changing negative self-talk are given, as well as a brief questionnaire for both the teen and a trusted acquaintance to complete about the teen's strengths. Students will identify conditions that influence self-esteem. Students will identify ways to improve self-esteem. Teaching Steps 1.Define self-esteem. Discuss conditions for self-esteem.
Students identify the perceptions of self and others.
Discuss ways to improve self-esteem. 5.Discuss positive self talk. Reflect, summarize and discuss. Spotlight on Me Talking to Myself Have overhead projector and transparency markers. Permission is granted to reproduce for educational non-commercial uses if this message is shown.