February is Annual Boost Self-Esteem Month. To observe it, Kindness-Compassion-and-Coaching.com is publishing a series of posts about the many aspects of this intriguing subject. If you would like to read the series from the beginning, please start with this piece: Self-Esteem: What You Need to Know and Secrets Revealed. Today’s post provides a self-worth worksheet that includes thought prompts that you can use to explore your own sense of self and to boost self-esteem and well-being.
“Remember to be gentle with yourself and others. We are all children of chance, and none can say why some fields will blossom while others lay brown beneath the August sun.” – Kent Nerburn
Self-Worth Worksheet
Below are a set of questions that you can use to explore and strengthen your self-esteem.
We recommend you answer the questions or complete the activities in writing, reflecting on your experiences and personal growth.
This worksheet is just a starting point!
If one particular question gets your wheels turning, encourage yourself to dig deeper to learn more about what drives your inner sense of self-worth.
Use a notebook or journal to record your thoughts, and perhaps, revisit your answers over time and update your entries with new thoughts or progress.
Self-Worth Worksheet: Explore and Strengthen Your Self-Esteem
Self-Reflection
- Describe a situation or accomplishment in which you felt proud and recognized your worth.
- Reflect on a time when you faced a challenge or setback. How did you cope with it? What did you learn about yourself in the process?
Identify Personal Strengths
- List at least five of your personal strengths or positive qualities.
- Describe how these strengths have contributed to your achievements or positive experiences.
Recognize Achievements
- Write down three achievements, big or small, that you are proud of. These can be related to any aspect of your life (personal, academic, professional, etc.).
- Reflect on the effort, skills, or qualities that helped you accomplish these achievements.
Challenge Negative Self-Talk
- Identify any negative thoughts or self-doubts that often come up for you.
- List evidence that supports or contradicts these negative thoughts.
- Challenge these negative thoughts by replacing them with more realistic and positive statements.
Self-Care Plan
- Write down at least three self-care activities that you enjoy and that make you feel good about yourself.
- Identify specific ways you can incorporate these activities into your routine to prioritize self-care and nurture your self-worth.
Building a Supportive Network
- Reflect on the people in your life who uplift and support you.
- Identify at least three people who truly believe in you and encourage your self-worth. Consider ways to nurture these relationships and seek support when needed.
Setting Personal Boundaries
- Reflect on your current boundaries in relationships (personal or professional).
- Identify any areas where your boundaries may need strengthening or adjustment.
- Write down specific steps you can take to establish and maintain healthy boundaries in those areas.
Affirmations and Mantras
- Create two to three positive affirmations or mantras that resonate with you and help boost your self-worth.
- Write these affirmations somewhere visible as a reminder to practice self-compassion and reinforce positive self-beliefs.
Your Self-Worth Journey is Just Beginning
Remember, practicing self-worth is an ongoing journey.
You can revisit and revise this worksheet periodically to track your progress and continue strengthening your self-esteem.
Self-discovery can be therapeutic, but also useful and enjoyable. Consider indulging in a special journal or some colorful writing tools to help make your journey happy and bright.
Would you like us to provide a free Self-Worth Worksheet printable for your use? Drop us a comment and we’ll make it so!
The next post in the self-esteem series is ready for you: How Self-Efficacy Can Push Our Success to New Heights.
Thank you as always for reading.
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