Self_Development_Life_Skills_Presentation.pptx

How self perception can build a good personality

1. Understanding Yourself: Building a Stronger You Life Skills and Soft Skills Training

2. Self-Perception How you see yourself — your traits, abilities, emotions, and behaviors. Example: “I’m shy” / “I’m hardworking”.

3. Self-Image The mental picture you have of yourself — how you think you look, behave, and perform. Often influenced by society, media, and peers.

4. Self-Concept Self-concept is your overall understanding and belief about who you are . It includes: Your beliefs about your abilities, values, roles, and identity Formed over time through experiences, feedback, and self-reflection It answers the question: “Who am I?” Example : “I’m a creative person who is also responsible and kind.”

5. Self-Esteem How much you value yourself — your self-worth. High self-esteem = confidence; Low self-esteem = self-doubt.

6. Activity 1: Mirror Talk Students complete: - I like myself because... - I am proud of... - I want to improve...

7. Activity 2: Draw Your Self-Image Students draw how they think they appear vs. how they feel inside. Discuss in small groups.

8. Activity 3: Self-Concept Collage Group activity using newspapers/magazines to create a collage representing 'Who Am I?'.

9. Activity 4: Boost a Buddy Each student says one positive quality about the person to their right. Builds external validation and appreciation.

10. Activity 5: Discussion Prompts - Why is self-esteem important? - Can social media affect our self-image? - What to do when feeling low?

11. Tips to Improve Self-Esteem - Stop comparing yourself - Accept compliments - Focus on strengths - Learn from mistakes - Practice positive self-talk

12. Reflection Worksheet Exit Ticket: 1. One thing I learned about myself today: 2. One thing I will stop saying to myself: 3. One way I’ll boost my confidence this week: