How to Use self-esteem in a Sentence

self-esteem

noun

• These small but daily digs wear down my self-esteem and self-worth.
  — Sahaj Kaur Kohli, Washington Post, 21 Mar. 2024
• Burnes was quick to remind Eric Valenzuela, the Gaels’ coach, of his high self-esteem at the plate.
  — Jacob Calvin Meyer, Baltimore Sun, 21 Mar. 2024
• So, in case their self-esteem has anything to do with the matter: What a handsome face!
  — Discover Magazine, 8 Jan. 2024
• And your choice to perhaps take him back reflects your low self-esteem.
  — Amy Dickinson, Washington Post, 16 Oct. 2023
• A lot of it probably comes down to feelings of low self-esteem.
  — Eleanor Morgan, refinery29.com, 12 Apr. 2023
• Describe to her the impact that her words had on your daughter’s self-esteem.
  — Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2024
• The need to control is often a response to a loss, low self-esteem or trauma.
  — Marta Balaga, Variety, 15 June 2024
• The beatings broke his spirit and self-esteem and drove him to want to find his mother, Torres said.
  — Tracy Neal, Arkansas Online, 18 Feb. 2023
• Working a full day will give him a skill set, some money in his pocket, and self-esteem.
  — Amy Dickinson, Detroit Free Press, 24 Apr. 2024
• The time has come to do some work on your self-esteem, my friend, and stop comparing yourself to others.
  — Abigail Van Buren, oregonlive, 9 Sep. 2023
• The moon’s clash with Pluto places your self-esteem in another’s hands.
  — USA TODAY, 10 Sep. 2023
• The appearance of your skin may cause feelings of shame and decreased self-esteem.
  — Wendy Wisner, Health, 28 Dec. 2024
• Plus, asking questions makes people like us more, which can be a boon to self-esteem.
  — Angela Haupt, TIME, 14 May 2024
• Work on your self-esteem, looking and feeling your best, and putting yourself first.
  — Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2024
• Aries March 21-April 19 A bout of low self-esteem could currently be weighing you down.
  — Tarot Astrologers, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2023
• Which, of course, begs the eternal question: Does success solve all of your self-esteem problems?
  — Seija Rankin, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Oct. 2024
• But a lot of the songs really deal with basic self-esteem issues.
  — Chris Willman, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
• Enlist the support of a therapist who can explore your life with you and coach you on healthy ways to build self-esteem.
  — Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 15 June 2024
• The Gemini moon can play tricks on your self-esteem today.
  — USA TODAY, 21 Oct. 2024
• When that doesn’t happen, the brain’s natural response is to make sense of the outcome in a way that protects your self-esteem.
  — Benjamin Laker, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
• The movie also made people around the world feel a sense of acceptance by talking about mental health and self-esteem, all at the same time.
  — Letters To The Editor, The Mercury News, 19 Mar. 2024
• Denise Francis, author of the Soul Study Journal, knows all too well how life can impact our self-esteem.
  — Celeste Polanco, Essence, 31 Jan. 2024
• In 2019, Moore's eldest daughter opened up about her struggles with body shaming and low self-esteem as a teen.
  — Jessica Sager, Peoplemag, 24 Feb. 2023
• But that’s not the case for Carell here, as he’s partnered with Alice’s Kids, a nonprofit that aims to help kids improve their self-esteem.
  — Lexi Carson, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Mar. 2025
• Being aware of how our children want to receive and give love lays the foundation for self-esteem and awareness.
  — Whitney Roberts, Parents, 15 Dec. 2023
• He’s lost a friend who could build up his self-esteem and confidence and could motivate anybody even in the toughest of times.
  — James Hartley, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2024
• Part of this struggle is related to low self-esteem, which can be a result of the mean and hurtful things that other kids say about them or to them.
  — Sherri Gordon, Parents, 31 July 2024
• That causes a lot of damage to one’s self-esteem and creates this need for acceptance and approval.
  — Brande Victorian, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 July 2023
• This cruel onslaught can damage your mental health, worsening your body image and self-esteem in ways that could raise your risk for or pile onto symptoms of depression.
  — Erica Sloan, SELF, 26 Mar. 2025
• That means giant, orange boulders for a body, giving him super strength and perpetually low self-esteem.
  — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 3 Apr. 2025