Self-esteem is a common topic of discussion today.It can be discussed as a general entity or phenomena.High self-esteem gives a person motivation to accomplish more things, and hold themselves to a high personal standard. (more)Low self-esteem causes a person to become self-conscious and jealous and to make poor choices which makes achievement more unlikely. Low self-esteem is sometimes a reaction to reality but can be a result of unhealthy perspectives as well. (more)