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self-esteem

[self-i-steem, self-] / ˈsɛlf ɪˈstim, ˌsɛlf- /


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This experience is known as impostorism, a psychological pattern that is separate from low self esteem or depression.

From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2026

People returning to work will lower the benefit bill, increase tax revenue, raise employment, and help individuals with self esteem and mental health.

From BBC • Oct. 20, 2024

Bauer: A study that I did saw increases in self esteem and other sort of non-cognitive outcomes, so self control, self regulation, so we saw that.

From Scientific American • Oct. 26, 2023

She’s now an intern with the program and sees it as an example of the kind of offline resources teens need to build their self esteem and connections.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 23, 2023

The campaign was full of incidents grateful to Selma's self esteem.

From Unleavened Bread by Grant, Robert




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