• Definition of self-esteem
• The function of self-esteem
• Different perspectives
• Define sociometer theory
• Distinguish between state and trait self-esteem
• Define self-esteem motive
• Historical perspective of self-esteem
• Low and high self-esteem from a psychological lens
• Is self-esteem cultivated internally or from external factors
• What other aspects of the article did you take note of (e.g. year of publication, author credibility, sources)