What is Self-Image?

Self-image is the way you see yourself. It includes your:

• Beliefs
• Thoughts
• Feelings

It is about how you relate to yourself and to others.

The components of self-image include:

• Physical appearance
• Perception of yourself and others’ view of you.
• Sense of self-worth and self-confidence

How do you know if you do not have good self-image?

Without good self-image, you will be:

• Ashamed of yourself
• Less independent from your parents
• Less eager to make friends
• Fearful to have a relationship
• More likely to degrade yourself
• Harming your body. For examples: smoking or vaping, self-medicating and excessive dieting

What if you do not do anything about it?

Not doing anything will:

• Affect your self-esteem and self-confidence
• Impair your social relationship
• Make you sad
• Lead you to fail as an adult

How can you improve it?

Do the following:

• Make a list of things you like and dislike about yourself
• Strengthen your likes and improve your dislikes
• Adopt positive thinking
• Practice a healthy lifestyle
• Accept criticism as useful comments

Where can you get help?

You should seek advice and guidance from your:

• Parents
• Trusted family members
• School counselors and teachers
• Religious teachers

OR

Seek professional help and guidance from:

• Psychologists
• Psychiatrists
• Counselors