Self Esteem Assessment External

I usually feel inferior to others.

I normally feel warm and happy towards myself.

I often feel inadequate to handle new situations.

I usually feel warm and friendly toward all I contact.

I habitually condemn myself for my mistakes and shortcomings.

I am free of shame, blame, guilt, and remorse.

I have a driving need to prove my worth and excellence.

I have great enjoyment and zest for living.

I am much concerned about what others think and say about me.

I can let others be “wrong” without attempting to correct them.

I have a strong need for recognition and approval.

I am usually free of emotional turmoil, conflict and frustration.

Losing causes me to be resentful and “less than”.

I usually anticipate new endeavors with quiet confidence.

I am prone to condemn others and often wish them punished.

I normally do my own thinking and make my own decisions.

I often defer to others on account of their wealth or prestige.

I willingly take responsibility for the consequences of my actions.

I am inclined to exaggerate and lie to maintain self-image.

I am free to give precedence to my own needs and desires.

I tend to belittle my own talents, possessions and achievements.

I am free to speak up for my own opinions and convictions.

I habitually deny, alibi, justify, or rationalize my mistakes and defeats.

I am usually poised and comfortable among strangers.

I am very often critical and belittling of others.

I am free to express love, anger, hostility, resentment, joy, etc.

I feel very vulnerable to other’s opinions, comments and attitudes.

I rarely experience jealousy, envy or suspicion.

I am a “professional people pleaser.”

I am not prejudiced toward racial, ethnic, or religious groups.

I am fearful of exposing my “real self.”

I am normally friendly, considerate, and generous with others.

I often blame others for my handicaps, problems and mistakes.

I rarely feel uncomfortable, lonely and isolated when alone.

I am a compulsive perfectionist.

I accept compliments and gifts without embarrassment or obligation.

I am often compulsive about eating, smoking, talking or drinking.

I am appreciative of others’ achievements and ideas.

I often shun new endeavors because of fear of mistakes or failures.

I make and keep friends without trying.

I am often embarrassed by the actions of my family or friends.

I readily admit my mistakes, shortcomings and defeats.

I experience a strong need to defend my acts, opinions and beliefs.

I take disagreement and refusal without feeling “put down” or rejected.

I have an intense need for confirmation and agreement.

I am eagerly open to new ideas and proposals.

I customarily judge my self-worth by comparison with others.

I am free to think any thoughts that come into my mind.

I frequently boast about myself, my possessions and achievements.

I accept my own authority and do as I, myself, see fit.