Based on the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale — one of the most widely used psychological measures — this test assesses your overall sense of self-worth.
Why take it?
Self-esteem affects your mental health, relationships, and life satisfaction. Understanding your baseline helps you identify areas for growth.
How does it work?
Rate how much you agree with each of the 10 statements. Some items are reverse-scored. Your result is a score out of 30 with a descriptive label.
Self-Esteem Test
Based on the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, one of the most widely used measures of self-esteem. Answer based on how you generally feel about yourself.
1. On the whole, I am satisfied with myself.
2. At times I think I am no good at all.
3. I feel that I have a number of good qualities.
4. I am able to do things as well as most other people.
5. I feel I do not have much to be proud of.
6. I certainly feel useless at times.
7. I feel that I'm a person of worth, at least on an equal plane with others.
8. I wish I could have more respect for myself.
9. All in all, I am inclined to feel that I am a failure.
10. I take a positive attitude toward myself.
What Is Self-Esteem?
Self-esteem refers to your overall sense of self-worth and value as a person. It encompasses your beliefs about yourself, your emotional states, and your evaluations of your own competence and worth. Healthy self-esteem involves a realistic, positive view of yourself — neither arrogant nor self-deprecating.
The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale
The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) was developed by sociologist Morris Rosenberg in 1965 and remains one of the most widely used measures of self-esteem in psychological research. It consists of 10 statements rated on a 4-point scale, with some items reverse-scored to prevent response bias.
Building Healthy Self-Esteem
Self-esteem can be improved through therapy (particularly CBT), setting and achieving small goals, practicing self-compassion, surrounding yourself with supportive people, and challenging negative self-talk. Research shows that self-esteem is malleable throughout life and can be meaningfully improved with consistent effort.