/20
I have good things about me.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I feel bad about myself when someone gives me feedback.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I’m just as important as everyone else.
Yes, I agree
Most of the time
Only sometimes
I disagree
/20
Failing sometimes is normal and okay.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
It’s normal to feel sad sometimes.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I often think about everything going wrong in my life.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I can’t stop thinking about the stuff I don’t like about myself.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I try to see the good in myself.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I try not to be too hard on myself.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I know when to say “no” and take care of myself.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I try not to be too harsh when I make mistakes.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never, I am always harsh on myself
/20
I usually make smart choices.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I like the kind of person I am.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I wish I was more confident like other people.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I often think people are judging me in a bad way.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I think I look good most of the time.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
When I feel bad, I want to shut down and hide.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
Most of the time, I feel okay with who I am
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
When something is hard, I try even harder to do well.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
/20
I believe I can do things well, not worse than others.
Yes, all the time
Most of the time
Only sometimes
Never
You're Feeling Strong in Who You Are
You're not someone who constantly doubts themselves.
You believe in yourself and know that you're just as important as anyone else. You don’t feel like you need to change who you are to make others happy — and that’s a great thing.
Things to Keep in Mind:
- You're probably not scared of feedback, which is awesome. Just remember, sometimes listening to helpful advice from others can make you even better at what you do.
- You know how to support yourself — that’s powerful. But don’t forget that your friends and family might need your support too. Listening to what they need can make your relationships stronger.
- You speak up for yourself, and that’s brave. Just be careful not to come off too strong. If you push too hard, people might stop listening.
- Failing doesn’t bother you too much, which shows you’re confident. But take time to think about what went wrong — that’s how you get even better.
- You’re real — you stick to who you are. That’s one of the biggest keys to confidence. When you stay true to yourself, life feels a lot less confusing.
You're Having a Tough Time with How You See Yourself
Right now, it might feel hard to like what you see in the mirror.
You may feel like your goals are out of reach or that something’s just not right. These kinds of thoughts can spread into how you see the rest of your life — and they can sometimes come along with feeling sad or anxious. Maybe you've gone through tough stuff, or maybe it's just hard to believe good things about yourself.
Either way, you're not stuck. Building self-confidence takes time, but you can get there — and you don’t have to do it alone.
Things to Keep in Mind:
- If you're doubting how you feel, try to remember: your feelings are real. They matter, even if they’re tough.
- You probably wouldn’t talk to your friends the way you talk to yourself. So try giving yourself the same kindness and support you give to others.
- Everyone’s self-esteem takes a hit sometimes — whether it’s from losing something important or getting hurt by someone. You’re not alone in that.
- If you’re always trying to make other people happy, take a step back. You deserve to feel good about yourself, not just based on what others think.
- Ask yourself: are you doing what you really care about? When you follow what’s true for you, life starts to feel less heavy and confusing.