The difference between self esteem & self confidence
Self-esteem is your overall sense of self-worth and value as a person, while self-confidence is your belief in your ability to succeed at specific tasks or in particular situations; you can have high confidence in certain skills (like public speaking) but still have low self-esteem if you fundamentally dislike yourself, and vice-versa. Confidence is about doing (trusting your abilities), whereas esteem is about being(loving and valuing who you are).
Self-Esteem (Your Value)
- Definition: Your inherent sense of self-worth; how much you like, respect, and accept yourself.
- Focus: Internal, stable, and holistic (your whole self).
- Source: Deep-seated beliefs, often formed in childhood, about your inherent goodness.
- Example: Feeling worthy of love and respect, regardless of your achievements or failures.
Self-Confidence (Your Ability)
- Definition: Your belief in your capability to handle specific situations or perform certain tasks well.
- Focus: External, situational, and skill-based (e.g., sports, work, social interaction).
- Source: Experiences, practice, feedback, and successes in specific areas.
- Example: Feeling capable of giving a presentation because you've practiced the material.
Key Difference & Interplay
- You can have both: High esteem and confidence (feeling good about yourself and capable).
- You can have one without the other: A skilled performer (high confidence) might still feel fundamentally unworthy (low esteem).
- Easier to build confidence: Confidence is often easier to build by practicing skills, while boosting esteem requires deeper self-acceptance work.
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