Healthy self-esteem and pride in one's identity is essential for a teenager's prospects for happiness and success. Good self-esteem can boost confidence in expressing opinions, working toward goals, handling setbacks and engaging in relationships with others. This insightful title describes the benefits of healthy self-esteem and outlines steps teens with low self-esteem can take to develop a sense of pride and positive self-worth. In keeping with the series emphasis on diversity, empathy for others, and justice, it also demonstrates how strong self-esteem can give teens a sense of purpose in connecting with others and making a difference.