Lesson 1 - Short Answer Part 1
The answer to each question should be approximately 6 to 10 sentences in length. You
should write your responses in complete sentences free of spelling and grammatical
errors. Please compose your answers in a Word document, and then paste your
answers below each question in the space provided.
Define self-esteem and describe how communication can enhance self-esteem.
Why is self-awareness such a critical skill for improving self-esteem?
Self-esteem is defined as “your assessment of your worth or value as reflected in
your perception of such things as your skills, abilities, talents, and appearance.”
(Beebe, Beebe, & Ivy) Therefore, self-esteem is the way people see themselves.
Good communication can enhance self-esteem. When people have good
communication skills they can communicate in a clear way. Therefore, by having
good communication skills, it will make people feel comfortable which can enhance
their self-esteem. An example would be when a person is comfortable
communicating with people then their self-esteem is higher compare to people that
are uncomfortable when communicating with people. Self-awareness can also
enhance self-esteem. By being aware of yourself and your perception then your self-
esteem goes up because you are comfortable with yourself and other people.
However, if you are not sure about yourself or your perception like “skills, abilities,
talent, and appearance” (Beebe, Beebe, & Ivy) then your self-esteem will go down.
Therefore, by being self-aware about yourself in a positive it can boost your self-
esteem.
Works Cited
Beebe, S. A., Beebe, S. J., & Ivy, D. K. (n.d.). Communications: Principles for a Lifetime
(Seventh ed.). Pearson Education.
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