Self-Esteem Boost: Writing About Identity & Values
July 2024
Cornell News Highlights

Introduction
Want to boost your self-esteem and ease into high school? Discover how writing about your identity and values can make a difference in a fun and inspiring way! Dive into the latest research from Cornell psychology. (Source: Cornell News Highlights)
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Nurturing Your Identity for High School Success
Providing teenagers with opportunities to affirm positive aspects of their identities can have a profound impact on their self-esteem, especially during the transition to high school. Recent research from Cornell University highlights the importance of identity-based affirmations in shaping teens' self-esteem and overall well-being. By recognizing and celebrating what makes them unique, students can navigate the complexities of adolescence with greater confidence and resilience. As you embark on your high school journey, understanding and embracing your identity can be a powerful tool in fostering a strong sense of self-worth.
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Self•Esteem
How you feel about yourself and your worth as a person.

Identity•based Affirmations
Acknowledging and celebrating aspects of your personal identity, such as race, religion, or interests.

Social Cognition
Understanding how we perceive ourselves in relation to others and society.

Psychological Well•being
Your overall mental health and happiness.

Normatively Occurring Dips
Common decreases in self•esteem experienced during certain life stages, like the transition to high school.

Intervention
A deliberate action taken to improve a situation or outcome.
Independent Research Ideas

The Impact of Identity•based Affirmations on Academic Performance
Explore how affirming one's identity can influence academic success and motivation.

Cultural Identity and Mental Health
Investigate how embracing and celebrating cultural identity can enhance psychological well•being.

Intersectionality and Self•esteem
Examine how multiple aspects of one's identity (e.g., race, gender, religion) intersect to shape self•esteem.

Comparative Study of Values•based vs. Identity•based Affirmations
Compare the effects of affirming personal values versus identity on self•esteem and resilience.

Long•term Effects of Self•affirmation Interventions
Research the lasting impact of self•affirmation exercises on adolescents' self•esteem beyond the high school transition.
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