-Self-esteem is a unique internal self-evaluation; a feeling that we have about ourselves, our relationships and our life.
-The components of self esteem are internal locus of control, sense of belonging and acceptance, and sense of competence.
-Sources of self-esteem:
Internal – factors that reside within the individual such as ideas and aspirations, self beliefs, practices, and behaviours
External − factors present in the environment such as teachers, parents, friends, colleagues, and family