Esteem needs are the basis for the human desire we all have to be accepted and valued by others. Throughout our lives, we participate in activities either professionally or as hobbies that give us a sense of accomplishment. If you are not able to accomplish your esteem needs, it can cause issues regarding self-esteem and inferiority. As a result of low self-esteem, you might look for respect from others in order to improve your view of yourself; however, it is important to remember that until you feel good about yourself, it is difficult to truly appreciate the way others view you.
self-esteem I mean the experience of being competent to cope with the basic challenges of life and of being worthy of happiness. This means trust in your ability to think, learn, make appropriate decisions, and respond effectively to new conditions. It also means confidence in your right to experience success and personal fulfillment – the conviction that happiness is appropriate to you.