High Self-Esteem Low Self-Esteem
Mostly rational May be irrational
Realistic Unrealistic, blind to reality
Flexible Rigid
Creative Reacts negatively to the unfamiliar
Mostly independent Too much conformity
Able to manage change Defensive, resistant to change
Usually admits & corrects mistakes Over compliant, or separates self from mistakes
Benevolent Overly controlling
Cooperative Afraid of or hostile towards others
Expresses self Proves self
Seeks challenges Seeks safety of the familiar & undemanding
Likely an open communicator May be evasive, holds back
Seems better equipped to cope Less equipped to cope
Quicker to recover Slower to recover
Eager to experience life Less aspiration
Forms nourishing relationships Forms toxic relationships
More persistent in problem-solving Gives up rather easily
Solves problems Worries about problems
Takes risks Avoids risk
Tolerates frustration well Easily frustrated