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Paper Title

Exploding the Self-Esteem Myth

Keywords

  • Self-Esteem Myth
  • Psychological Health
  • Self-Worth
  • Social Agenda
  • Self-Perception
  • Positive Outcomes
  • Self-Esteem Campaigns
  • Individual Psychology
  • Societal Impact
  • Mental Well-Being
  • Self-Enhancement
  • Public Perception
  • Personal Identity
  • Confidence Building
  • Emotional Resilience
  • Psychological Beliefs

Article Type

Research Article

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Issue

Volume : 292 | Issue : 1 | Page No : 84-91

Published On

January, 2005

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Abstract

People inherently understand the significance of self-esteem to their psychological well-being, and it is no surprise that most of us strive to nurture and bolster it whenever possible. What stands out, however, is how the emphasis on self-esteem has evolved into a shared societal priority, particularly in America. Here, a positive self-image is regarded as a fundamental psychological foundation from which numerous beneficial outcomes emerge. Consequently, the belief that low self-esteem is the root cause of both individual and societal challenges has driven a far-reaching social agenda for decades. This has given rise to numerous initiatives and campaigns aimed at elevating people's sense of self-worth.

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