Self-Esteem Building

noun regard for or appreciation of the worth or value of someone or something

verb to regard with respect or admiration

• It is important to hold oneself in high esteem in order to gain respect from others.
• She has always had a lot of self-esteem and confidence in herself.
• I don't care about his opinion, I have too much self-esteem to let it bother me.
• The company's reputation is held in high esteem by industry professionals.

verb to praise or compliment someone excessively in order to please or persuade them

• It is not appropriate to flatter someone simply to gain favor in a professional setting.
• I can't help but flatter my best friend whenever she shows me her new outfit.
• Stop trying to flatter me, I know you just want something from me.
• The colors of the sunset seemed to flatter the landscape, making it even more beautiful.