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Self-esteem involves how we see, feel and value ourselves and how much we feel other people value us. Learn about resources related to self-esteem.

What is self-esteem?

Self-esteem is:
  • How we see ourselves
  • How we feel about ourselves
  • How we value ourselves
  • How we feel others value us
Feeling good about yourself
  • Recognize and appreciate strengths and abilities in yourself.
  • Practice positive self-talk.
  • Care for yourself - spend time with people who make you feel good, do things that make you feel worthwhile, be realistic about what you can do, give and accept support, and focus on healthy lifestyle choices (being active, healthy eating).
  • Cope with life's "ups and downs" by making healthy choices: keeping physically active, eating and sleeping well, talking about your feelings, and follow Canada's Guidance on Alcohol and Health (external link).

Where to get help

If you have low self-esteem, turn to someone you know and trust to get help:

  • Family members
  • Family physician
  • Friends
  • School counsellor
  • School social worker or child and youth counsellor
  • Faith Leader

Community resources:

Black Youth Helpline (external link)

Black Youth Helpline serves all youth and specifically responds to the need for a Black youth specific service, positioned and resourced to promote access to professional, culturally appropriate support for youth, families and schools.

Hope For Wellness Helpline for Indigenous People (external link)

The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate help to all Indigenous people across Canada. It is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to offer counselling and crisis intervention.

Kids Help Phone (external link)

Free, confidential mental health services through call, text, chat and more available 24/7 for young people in Canada.

Naseeha Helpline for Muslim and Non-Muslim Youth (external link)

24-hour, 7 days a week Islam-inspired helpline for those facing mental and emotional distress.

One Stop Talk (external link)

Free service which provides immediate access to mental health services. Culturally safe and appropriate support is offered by certified therapists.

Reach Out Centre for Kids (ROCK) (external link)

A child and youth mental health agency that provides services to children from birth to 17 and their families, such as individual and group counseling, and walk-in clinics.

ROCK’S 24/7 Crisis Line (external link)
Providing immediate support for children and youth, their parents/caregivers, and community members.

You can also turn to the following resource:

Dove Self-Esteem Project (external link)

A resource for parents, mentors, teachers and youth leaders created to help youth build positive body confidence and reach their full potential.

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