Chapter 3

Result and Discussion

This chapter presents the research findings on the impact of self-

esteem on academic performance. It is structured according to the research

questions outlined in Chapter One. The analysis focuses on the experiences

of individuals in relation to coping strategies and provides insights into

learners who have encountered self-esteem challenges, with conclusions

drawn from in-depth interviews and collected information.

Table 1. Participants Profile

Participants Age Gender

1 16 Female

2 18 Female

3 17 Male

4 17 Male

5 17 Female

6 17 Female

7 17 Female

8 17 Male

9 17 Female

10 17 Male
 The participants remained resilient and determined to shape their own

vision and experience despite the challenges of self-esteem related pressure.

During the interview, they honestly expressed their experiences as students

who were affected by self-esteem in their perception and experience. Despite

the challenges, they fearlessly answered each question, demonstrating their

strength and adaptability in academic situations. Despite the initial obstacles

and pressure, they remained focused on their studies, striving for personal

improvement and positive achievements while meeting expectations.

Experiences Encountered by the Participants

This section presents the results for the first statement of the problem

regarding the role of grades in student’s learning, particularly the selected

grade- conscious are senior high students under 18 years old studying at

Nieves Villarica National High School.

Table 2 to 4 shows the generated themes and supporting statements of

the experiences of grade-conscious students at Nieves Villarica National High

School.
 Table 2. The students insights regarding self-esteem in their learning
environment

THEME PARTICIPANT RESPONSES/SUPPORTING STATEMENT

#1 “Kuan kanang negative nga pag iisip kanang

for example sa sako feeling nako pag naa
Koy e answer mahadlok ko mo answer sa
class Kay basin Mali." (“A negative mindset,
For example, I feel like when I have an
answer, I'm afraid to answer in class
because it might be wrong.")

#2 “I think, because of their past experiences,

negative self-talk, and comparison to others,
Social Comparison
which can impact a student's desire to learn
and take risks.”

#5 “I believe that students lessens their desire

to learn, Ability to focus and others because
of low self-esteem as they believe that
everyone are much better than them and
anyone could do anything their working
much faster or greater than how they are
doing it thus losing the motivation to
continue on things they needed to do.”

#9 “Factors like fear of failure, comparison to

others, and negative feedback can
contribute to low self-esteem in students.”
Social Comparison

“I believe that students lessens their desire to learn, Ability to focus and

others because of low self-esteem as they believe that everyone are much

better than them and anyone could do anything their working much faster or

greater than how they are doing it thus losing the motivation to continue on

things they needed to do."

This statement suggests that low self-esteem among students can

negatively impact their desire to learn and ability to focus. They may feel

inferior to others, believing that everyone is better than them and can

accomplish tasks more quickly or effectively, leading to a loss of motivation to

continue their academic pursuits. This statement emphasizes the significant

role that self-esteem plays in a student's motivation to learn and ability to

focus on tasks.

It highlights how low self-esteem can have a detrimental impact on

students' academic motivation and focus. It suggests that when students

perceive themselves as inferior to others and believe that they cannot

measure up to their peers, they may lose the motivation to learn and struggle

to concentrate on their tasks. This interpretation underscores the importance

of nurturing students' self-esteem to support their academic success and well-

being.

Supporting Study: The effect of social comparison on self esteem and

academic performance Salmela & Upadyaya (2014). provides valuable

insights into how students' comparisons with their peers can impact

their self-esteem and motivation to learn. The study found that students

who engaged in frequent social comparisons with their peers were

more likely to experience lower self-esteem and reduced intrinsic

motivation for learning.

Table 3. The students experiences in coping their low self-esteem

 THEME PARTICIPANT RESPONSES/SUPPORTING STATEMENT

#1 “So, sa akoa personally Kay as I said ka

ganina wala kaayo Koy taas na self-
esteem, so Ang resulta ana Kay Dili kaayo
ko naga participate sa class." (“So, for me
personally, as I said before, I don't have a
very high self-esteem, so as a result of me
having low self-esteem I don't participate
much in class.")

“Low self-esteem can lead me to

#2
discouragement, lack of motivation, and
low Self-esteem
difficulty focusing on academic tasks.”

“Low self-esteem hinders academic

#5
progress and motivation.”

“If you have a low self-esteem or lack of

confidence it affected your academic
#8 performance because when we are talking
about academics it requires a lot of
confidence. Confidence plays a crucial role
in academics specially when it comes to
reporting you must gain the attention of
your audience in order for them to gain
knowledge.
low Self-esteem

“Low self-esteem can lead me to discouragement, lack of motivation,

and difficulty focusing on academic tasks."

This statement suggests that low self-esteem can have several

negative consequences that ultimately affect academic performance. When

someone has low self-esteem, they may feel discouraged because they doubt

their abilities and worth. This discouragement can lead to a lack of motivation,

as they may not see the point in putting effort into their academic tasks if they

believe they will fail anyway. Additionally, low self-esteem can make it difficult

for individuals to focus on their academic work because their negative

thoughts and feelings about themselves can be distracting. Overall, this

statement highlights how low self-esteem can create significant barriers to

academic success by affecting an individual's emotional state, motivation, and

ability to concentrate on their studies.

Supporting Study: The influence of Academic self efficacy on Academic

performance Honicke & Broadbent (2016). examined the relationship

between self-esteem, academic self-concept, and achievement across

different academic domains. The study revealed that students with low

self-esteem often have negative perceptions of their academic abilities,

leading to reduced academic self-concept and diminished performance

in specific subjects.
Table 4. Understanding the influence of self esteem and the relationship

of students self esteem towards their academic performance

 THEME PARTICIPANT RESPONSE/SUPPORTING STATEMENT

“importante jud na naay self-esteem ang

#1
studyante Kay makatabang man Ang self-
esteem kung unsaon nila pag participate
ug pag focus sa klase." (“ it's very
important for students to have self-esteem
because having self-esteem helps them
enhance how they participate and focus in
class.")

“Having self-esteem is important for

#2
students because it helps them feel good
Self-esteem & about themselves and their abilities. It
academic gives them confidence to face challenges
performance and believe in their potential.”

“Self-esteem is important as this boosts

#5
academic performance and personal
growth.”

#8 “Self-esteem is very crucial when it comes

to academics because it directly impacts
the overall well-being, motivation, and
academic performance.

#9 “It's important for students to have self-

esteem because it impacts their
confidence, resilience, and motivation, all
of which are crucial for academic
Self-esteem & academic performance

“It's important for students to have self-esteem because it impacts their

confidence, resilience, and motivation, all of which are crucial for academic

success."

This statement underscores the vital role of self-esteem in students'

academic journeys. It suggests that self-esteem profoundly affects their

confidence, resilience, and motivation, all of which are essential elements for

achieving success in academics. Essentially, it highlights the interconnections

between a student's self-perception and their academic performance,

emphasizing the need to nurture a positive sense of self-worth to support their

educational endeavors effectively. The statement emphasizes the importance

of self-esteem for students and its direct influence on their ability to succeed

academically.

It suggests that when students possess a healthy level of self-esteem,

they are more likely to be confident in their abilities, resilient in the face of

challenges, and motivated to pursue their academic goals. In essence, self-

esteem serves as a fundamental factor in shaping students' academic

performance and overall well-being.

Supporting Study: Association between self-esteem and academic

achievement among high school students Smith & Johnson (2019).

investigated the association between self-esteem and academic

achievement among high school students. Their study revealed a

 positive correlation between self-esteem levels and academic

performance. Specifically, students who reported higher levels of self-

esteem also achieved higher grades across different subjects and

assessments.

Chapter 4

Conclusion and recommendation

In this section the researcher presents the conclusion and

recommendation drawn by the researcher from the investigation conducted.

Conclusion

The qualitative study about the correlation between self-esteem and

the academic performance of a student provides valuable insights into their

self-esteem. In conclusion the findings highlights the influence of self-esteem,

factors and the correlation between self-esteem and academic performance of

a student.

Based on the foregoing findings, the following conclusion were drawn:

 The consensus among the participants is that self-esteem is crucial for

students because it directly influences various aspects of their academic

performance, including motivation, confidence, resilience, and overall well-

being. Therefore, fostering self-esteem in students is essential for their

success in school.

Factors such as past experiences, negative self-talk, comparison to

others, fear of failure, and negative feedback can significantly impact a

student’s mindset, leading to reduced motivation to learn, decreased ability to

focus, and lower self-esteem. These factors collectively contribute to a

negative mindset that hinders a student’s willingness to participate and take

risks in academic settings.

To summarize: There is an in-depth and diverse relationship between

self-esteem and academic performance of a student. It is important to

recognize that self-esteem and academic performance are interrelated and

affect how the student perform in academic. Overall fostering self-esteem in

students is essential for their academic success, personal development, and

well-being. It equips them with the confidence, motivation, and resilience

needed to navigate the challenges of school and life effectively.

Recommendations

Based on the findings and the conclusions arrived at in the study, the

following recommendations are honestly offered:

1. The researchers recommend school administrators to provide programs

and activities that will increase the level of self-esteem of the students.
2. It can be advised to the students to continually improve their self-esteem

by participating in activities in increasing their self-esteem.

3. The researchers recommend school administrators to provide tutorials and

support groups that will motivate students to widen their knowledge and be

academically competent

4. For better understanding, it is suitable to conduct the same study to a

wider variety of respondents considering other factors affecting the

variables for further analogy between the relationship of self-esteem and

academic performance.

5. Future researchers can utilize other instruments for investigating the said

predicament. It will be beneficial for them as they discover more

possibilities in understanding the correlation between self-esteem and

academic performance. Since this study uses respondents from public

university, future researchers can use respondents from private

universities. For them to know the difference between the two in terms of

the level of self-esteem in relation to academic performance.

 APPENDIX G
IN-DEPTH INTERVIEW WITH THE PARTICIPANTS

1. [PARTICIPANT 1]
2. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
3. Interviewee: “importante jud na naay self-esteem ang studyante Kay
4. makatabang man Ang self-esteem kung unsaon nila pag participate ug
5. pag focus sa klase.” (“ it’s very important for students to have self-esteem
6. because having self-esteem helps them enhance how they participate
7. and focus in class.”)
8. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
9. Interviewee: “Ila-ilaha imong Sarili, tapos believe sa imong Sarili na kaya
10. nimo o kayanimo ng mga task” (“ by understanding and knowing yourself
11. and believing with your capabilities that you can do it.”)
12. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of the
13. academic performance of a student?
14. Interviewee: “Pag Ang self esteem nimo Kay high unya confident ka mo
15. participate sa class edi good ang result pero pag low imong self-esteem
16. unya wala Kay believe sa imong Sarili negative jud ang effect ana sa
17. imong grades” (“If your self-esteem is high, and your confident to
18. participate in class, then the result would be great but if your self-esteem
19. is low and you don’t believe what you’re capable of, it will definitely bring
20. negative effect to your grades.”)
21. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-esteem?
22. Interviewee: “Good jud iyahang effect Kay pag high imong self-esteem
23. Kay maka participate jud kag tarong sa class so ang result ana Kay
24. imong output or grades nimo kay nindot ang result” (“It definitely has a
25. good effect, because when your self-esteem is high you can participate
26. properly in class, and if you participate well in class you can have a great
27. grade.”)
28. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-esteem
29. has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does it
30. influence the chances of achieving?
31. Interviewee: “Yes, naa jud silay taas na chance na maka achieve more
32. sa academic Kay mas hawd ug makatarong man sila ug participate sa
33. class.” (“Yes, they have a higher chance to achieve more academically
34. because they can participate well in class.”)
35. Interviewer: Do you think your self-esteem has affected your chances in
36. achieving in academic? If so, how did it affect?
37. Interviewee: “Yes, Kay based sakong experience kung sauna ug karon
38. Wala jud nako kaayo na enhance akong self-esteem so maong sa ubang
39. subject di kaayo ko naga participate sa mga oral kay di ko confident
40. sakong mga answer maong baba kaayo akong grades” (“Yes, because
41. based on my experience through the years, I haven’t enhanced my self
42. esteem that much, that’s why in other subjects, I don’t participate much in
43. orals because I am not confident enough with my answers, that’s why my
44. grades are very low.”)
45. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
46. way you perform in academic?
47. Interviewee: “So, sa akoa personally Kay as I said ka ganina wala kaayo
48. Koy taas na self-esteem, so Ang resulta ana Kay Dili kaayo ko naga
49. participate sa class.” (“So, for me personally, as I said before, I don’t have
50. a very high self-esteem, so as a result of me having low self-esteem I
51. don’t participate much in class.”)
52. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn due
53. to low self-esteem?
54. Interviewee: “Yes, Kay kung gusto nako mo answer no Dili nalang Kay
55. maulaw manko kataw-an.” (“Yes, because there are times when I want to
56. answer in recitation I hesitate, because they might laugh at me.”)
57. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
58. low self confidence lessen a students desire to learn, ability to focus and
59. he willingness to take the risk?
60. Interviewee: “Kuan kanang negative nga pag iisip kanang for example
61. sa sako feeling nako pag naa Koy e answer nahadlok ko mo answer sa
62. class Kay basin Mali.” (“A negative mindset, For example, I feel like when
63. I have an answer, I’m afraid to answer in class because it might be
64. wrong.”)
65. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected of
66. these factors?
67. Interviewee: “Maybe para sa akoa kanang naa nay bout like mga 14
68. above.” (“For me, maybe around 14 and above.”)
69. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
70. essential subject in education? If so, why?
71. Interviewee: “para sa akoa kailangan Siya kay para mas maila-ila sa
72. student Ang iyang Sarili ug kabalo Siya kung unsa jud iyang gusto.” (“In
73. my opinion, it’s really important to teach them because it helps them
74. understand who they are and what they want.”)
75. [PARTICIPANT 2]
76. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
77. Interviewee: “Having self-esteem is important for students because it
78. helps them feel good about themselves and their abilities. It gives them
79. confidence to face challenges and believe in their potential.”
80. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of the
81. academic performance of a student?
82. Interviewee: “When students have good self-esteem, they are more likely
83. to be motivated, take on challenges, and believe in their ability to succeed
84. Academically.”
85. Interviewer: What are the effects of having high self-esteem?
86. Interviewee: “Having high self-esteem can lead to better academic
87. performance, increased confidence, and a positive outlook on life.”
88. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who has high self-esteem has
89. a higher chance of achieving in academics? If so, how does it influence
90. the chances of achieving?
91. Interviewee: “Yes, students with high self-esteem are more likely to
92. believe in their abilities, take on challenges, and persist in the face of
93. difficulties, which can lead to better academic achievement.”
94. Interviewer: Do you think your self-esteem has affected your chances of
95. achieving in academics? If so, how did it affect?
96. Interviewee: “Yes, self-esteem can certainly impact academic
97. achievement. For example, if I have low self-esteem, I might doubt my
98. abilities, feel anxious about my performance, and struggle to believe my
99. potential. It can lead me to a lack of motivation, difficulty concentrating,
100. and a reluctance to seek help when needed. On the other hand, if I
101. have high self-esteem, it can lead me to greater confidence, a
102. positive attitude towards learning, and a willingness to take on
103. challenges.”
104. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
105. way you perform in academic?
106. Interviewee: “Low self-esteem can lead me to discouragement, lack of
107. motivation, and difficulty focusing on academic tasks.”
108. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
109. due to low self-esteem?
110. Interviewee: “Yes, low self-esteem can make it hard to feel motivated
111. and interested in learning.”
112. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
113. low self confidence lessen a students desire to learn, ability to focus
114. and he willingness to take the risk?
115. Interviewee: “I think, because of their past experiences, negative self-
116. talk, and comparison to others, which can impact a student's desire to
117. learn and take risks.”
118. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected
119. of these factors?
120. Interviewee: “Adolescents and teenagers are often more affected by
121. these factors due to the pressures of social comparison and academic
122. performance.”
123. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
124. essential subject in education? If so, why?
125. Interviewee: “Yes, teaching students about self-esteem, self-care, and
126. positive self-perception can be valuable in promoting a healthy learning
127. environment and overall well-being.”
128. [PARTICIPANT 3]
129. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
130. Interviewee: “It is important for a student to have self-esteem so that
131. they can feel confident in expressing themselves and not feel
132. embarrassed when it comes time to interact with others.”
133. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
134. Interviewee: “Self-esteem cannot be achieved instantly, but you just
135. need to believe in yourself. It is important to believe in yourself before
136. others can believe in you.”
137. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of
138. the academic performance of a student?
139. Interviewee: “Self-esteem has a significant contribution to my
140. academic performance as a student. It gives me the confidence to
141. answer in front of my classmates during recitations or presentations,
142. preventing me from experiencing mental blocks.”
143. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-
144. esteem?
145. Interviewee: “Having high self-esteem leads to good communication
146. with fellow students and teachers, as well as good grades if you can
147. explain well.”
148. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-
149. esteem has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does
150. it influence the chances of achieving?
151. Interviewee: “If so, how does it influence the chances of achieving?
152. Yes, it definitely plays a role because one of the purposes of education
153. is to build self-esteem. It helps in achieving desired grades as it is
154. something teachers look for.”
155. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
156. way you perform in academic?
157. Interviewee: “Low self-esteem can make you feel embarrassed during
158. reporting or recitations, resulting in lower performance scores and
159. grades.”
160. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
161. due to low self-esteem?
162. Interviewee: “No, I never felt discouraged or down because of low self-
163. esteem.”
164. Interviewer: How do you cope with your low self-esteem?
165. Interviewee: “I constantly remind myself that I can handle it and I take
166. it or leave it.”
167. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
168. low self-confidence lessen a student's desire to learn, ability to focus,
169. and willingness to take risks?
170. Interviewee: “They feel afraid of being judged.”
171. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected
172. by these factors?
173. Interviewee: “The age group most affected by these factors is 13-18
174. years old, as they are transitioning to high school and facing new
175. challenges.”
176. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
177. essential subject in education?
178. Interviewee: “No, it is still useless if students can't apply it to
179. themselves.”
180. [PARTICIPANT 4]
181. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
182. Interviewee: "It is important because it makes you feel positive about
183. yourself."
184. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
185. Interviewee: “By improving yourself like working out."
186. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of
187. the academic performance of a student?
188. Interviewee: “it can greatly impact your academic performance
189. because it can motivate you to do better."
190. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-
191. esteem?
192. Interviewee: “Positivity and confidence."
193. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-
194. esteem has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does
195. it influence the chances of achieving?
196. Interviewee: “Yes, because it motivates you which makes your
197. academic performance better."
198. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
199. way you perform in academic?
200. Interviewee: “It makes me feel like i do not belong in the class."
201. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
202. due to low self-esteem?
203. Interviewee: “Yes, because i feel like they are better than me."
204. Interviewer: How do you cope with your low self-esteem?
205. Interviewee: “By working out everyday trying to improve my
206. physique ."
207. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
208. low self-confidence lessen a student's desire to learn, ability to focus,
209. and willingness to take risks?
210. Interviewee: “Having low self esteem can make you feel shy or make
211. you feel like you're dumb which makes your desire to learn and
212. willingness to learn go to waste."
213. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected
214. by these factors?
215. Interviewee: “10 to 18 because this is when they are developing
216. rapidly."
217. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
218. essential subject in education?
219. Interviewee: “Yes, so students can improve their self esteem."
220. [PARTICIPANT 5]
221. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
222. Interviewee: “Self-esteem is important as this boosts academic
223. performance and personal growth."
224. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
225. Interviewee: “As for me i enhance my self esteem through positive
226. self-talk and achieving accomplishments that makes me proud."
227. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of
228. the academic performance of a student?
229. Interviewee: “High self-esteem correlates with better academic
230. outcomes as the higher your self esteem the more participative you are
231. as a student."
232. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-
233. esteem?
234. Interviewee: “I think that High self-esteem enhances confidence and
235. motivation."
236. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-
237. esteem has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does
238. it influence the chances of achieving?
239. Interviewee: “Yes, as students who have higher self-esteem are more
240. inclined to grab opportunities regarding their academics rather than
241. those who loses opportunities due their low self-esteem."
242. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
243. way you perform in academic?
244. Interviewee: “Low self-esteem hinders academic progress and
245. motivation."
246. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
247. due to low self-esteem?
248. Interviewee: “Yes , I often suffer from low self-esteem."
249. Interviewer: How do you cope with your low self-esteem?
250. Interviewee: “When suffering from low self-esteem I often scroll to
251. websites or apps that aims to motivate anyone in various
252. circumstances, or go on social media to find anyone else suffering from
253. same situation to relate with them and help myself get motivated
254. enough."
255. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
256. low self-confidence lessen a student's desire to learn, ability to focus,
257. and willingness to take risks?
258. Interviewee: “I believe that students lessens their desire to learn,
259. Ability to focus and others because of low self-esteem as they believe
260. that everyone are much better than them and anyone could do
261. anything their working much faster or greater than how they are doing it
262. thus losing the motivation to continue on things they needed to do."
263. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected
264. by these factors?
265. Interviewee: “I think that teens ranging from the age 13-18 are mostly
266. affected by these factors."
267. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
268. essential subject in education?
269. Interviewee: “I agree that self-related perceptions should be an
270. essential subject in education as this should be taught to develop well-
271. rounded, confident students."
272. [PARTICIPANT 6]
273. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
274. Interviewee: “Super important jud ng naa tay self esteem sa atoang
275. kaugalingon kay mao ra baya ng ga help saatoa para maka buo tag
276. strong strength satoang sarili as studen." (Having self-esteem is super
277. important because it helps us build strong inner strength as students.)
278. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
279. Interviewee: “For me, ma achieve jud na nakong self esteem para sa
280. akoang self kay naa pod koy mga way na mabuhat ana." (For me, I can
281. definitely achieve self-esteem because I have ways to do that.)
282. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of
283. the academic performance of a student?
284. Interviewee: “Dako kaayo nig tabang saatoa ang self esteem
285. especially saakoa kay help sya sako to boosta my confidence pareha
286. sad anang sa acads para mo dako imong mga grades maong dako jud
287. kayo nag help ang naa kay pagpapahalaga sa sarili." (Self-esteem is
288. of great help, especially for me, as it boosts my confidence, just like in
289. academics where it contributes to higher grades. Self-esteem plays a
290. significant role in valuing oneself.)
291. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-
292. esteem?
293. Interviewee: “Ang epekto ana kay gina hatagan kag better na social
294. relationships like ma confidence naka sa mga buhaton nimo." (The
295. effect of self-esteem is that it gives you better social relationships and
296. confidence in your actions.)
297. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-
298. esteem has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does
299. it influence the chances of achieving?
300. Interviewee: “Yes, kay ang high self esteem kay big help kayna
301. saatoa.
302. Pag naa kay higher self esteem makaya nimo ug buhat imong acads
303. nga naay positive mind ug motivation." (Yes, having high self-esteem is
304. a big help to us. When you have higher self-esteem, you can
305. accomplish your academic tasks with a positive mindset and
306. motivation.)
307. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
308. way you perform in academic?
309. Interviewee: “dako kaayo nag epekto kay as a student nga walay
310. confidence ug low self esteem kay maka epekto na sa health lalo na sa
311. academics kay dili ka maka focus” (This affects a lot as a student
312. because you have no confidence and low self-esteem because it can
313. affect your health especially academically because you can't focus.)
314. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
315. due to low self-esteem?
316. Interviewee: “wala pako ka experience ug ingana ug kung maabot
317. mana disad ko ready kay gusto man jud ko nga naay koy daghan ma
318. learn nga diko maabot sa low self esteem nga ma stress maong gina
319. buhat nako pag nag lisod kay kay positive lang." (I haven't experienced
320. that yet, but if it happens, I am ready because I really want to learn
321. more, which I cannot achieve with low self-esteem that causes stress.
322. So, I just focus on being positive when facing difficulties.)
323. Interviewer: How do you cope with your low self-esteem?
324. Interviewee: “wala pa kaayo ko ka experience ana about sa low self
325. esteem so wala kaayo koy ma ingon.” (I don't have much experience
326. with low self-esteem, so I don't have much to say about it.)
327. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
328. low self-confidence lessen a student's desire to learn, ability to focus,
329. and willingness to take risks?
330. Interviewee: “For me, maingon lang nako nga pag naa jud kay low
331. self-esteem ug low self-confidence mag lisod jud kag learn ana lalo na
332. kung stress ka sa bagay bagay kay dijud ka ka focus ana." (“For me, I
333. can say that having low self-esteem and low self-confidence makes it
334. difficult to learn, especially when you are stressed about various things,
335. as it affects your focus.")
336. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected
337. by these factors?
338. Interviewee: “sa pag buhat ani nga factors kay maapekton man sad
339. ana ang mga bata nga naa pa sa morang edad kay ma feel naman sad
340. nila nga low self esteem sila.“ (These factors can also affect children
341. who are still in their early age, as they may feel low self-esteem.)
342. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
343. essential subject in education?
344. Interviewee: “kailangan jud, Kay ang self related perceptions kay naga
345. tabang sad na siya saatoang education ug dako sad na ug impact
346. saatoa nga student.” (It is vital since self-related perceptions are
347. already beneficial to education and have a significant impact on our
348. students.)
349. [PARTICIPANT 7]
350. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
351. Interviewee: “Important sya sa students Kay as a student need Nimo
352. nga pahalagahan ang mga decisions Nimo sa kinabuhi." (It is important
353. for students because as a student, you need to value the decisions you
354. make in life.)
355. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
356. Interviewee: “Na achieve nako in a way siguro nga think positive bisag
357. nag lisod naka just like karun nga nag lisod jud ko, then dapat kabalo
358. Kung Unsay gusto sa imong self like ilailahon Nimo bah." (I think I
359. achieve self-esteem by thinking positively, even when things are
360. difficult. It's important to know what you want for yourself and prioritize
361. it.)
362. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of
363. the academic performance of a student?
364. Interviewee: “Nag contribute sya nga maging motivated ug ma
365. engaged sa nga activities." (“Self-esteem contributes by keeping
366. students motivated and engaged in their activities.")
367. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-
368. esteem?
369. Interviewee: “Masni grabe akong confidence sa self feeling nako Kaya
370. nako tanan." (Having high self-esteem boosts my confidence and
371. makes me feel capable of anything.)
372. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-
373. esteem has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does
374. it influence the chances of achieving?
375. Interviewee: “Yes, When students believe in themselves, they're more
376. likely to set challenging goals, persevere through obstacles, and seek
377. out opportunities for growth."
378. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
379. way you perform in academic?
380. Interviewee: “So nagaapekto Siya sa imong pag-iskwela in terms sa
381. grado Kay kung kulang kag self confidence, ang mga teachers mangud
382. gusto silag mga studyante kanang hilig mo recite maong kailangan jud
383. nimo ug taas ug confidence Kay makaapekto jud Siya sa imong pag
384. perform sa skwelahan." (It affects your performance in terms of grades
385. because if you lack self-confidence, teachers tend to favor students
386. who are more confident in participating, which affects your
387. performance in school.)
388. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
389. due to low self-esteem?
390. Interviewee: “Yes, naka feel jud kog discouraged or unmotivated in
391. terms sa kanang mag answer ko unya kataw-an ko nila kay mali akong
392. tubag." (Yes, I have felt discouraged or unmotivated, especially when I
393. give the wrong answer and others laugh at me.)
394. Interviewer: How do you cope with your low self-esteem?
395. Interviewee: “Gina cope nako Siya in a way nga kanang nagatry ko na
396. makipagsocialize sa Ako g mga classmate ug friends." (I cope with it by
397. trying to socialize with my classmates and friends.)
398. [PARTICIPANT 8]
399. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
400. Interviewee: “importante jud kaayo ang self esteem kay tungod kung
401. wala kay pagpapahalag sa sarili, you are not showing how value
402. yourself is." (Self-esteem is extremely important because without
403. valuing yourself, you are not showing how much you value yourself.)
404. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
405. Interviewee: “siguro aside sa pagpapahala sa sarili ko, i think by
406. showing how would you love yourself and how would you take care of
407. yourself." (Besides valuing myself, I believe that showing self-love and
408. self-care are important factors.)
409. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of
410. the academic performance of a student?
411. Interviewee: “siguro by valuing your time sa sarili and sa acads mo,
412. example is give time for yourself to take a rest, then go back to your
413. work tapos kanang dili mag palabi sa academics, so give time for
414. yourself to take risk rin." (By valuing your time for yourself and for
415. academics, for example, giving yourself time to rest and then going
416. back to work without overemphasizing academics. So, give yourself
417. time to take risks as well.)
418. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-
419. esteem?
420. Interviewee: “it’s more likely to have positive relationship with others."
421. (It is more likely to have positive relationships with others.)
422. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-
423. esteem has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does
424. it influence the chances of achieving?
425. Interviewee: “oo naa jud siyay higher chance in achieving academic
426. kay magkaroon man siya ug positivity sa iyang sarili nga kaya niya ni,
427. kaya niya na nga mga buhaton so ganon." (Yes, there is a higher
428. chance of achieving academically when you have a positive mindset
429. and believe in your abilities.)
430. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
431. way you perform in academic?
432. Interviewee: “kuan you'll lose confidence since wala man gud kay self
433. esteem, nawala saimong self ang confidence and also it leaves
434. students doubting their ability to succeed." (When you have low self-
435. esteem, you lose confidence in yourself, and it leaves students
436. doubting their ability to succeed.)
437. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
438. due to low self-esteem?
439. Interviewee: “yes, due to my individual negativities or disappointing
440. experiences of how i feel about myself."
441. Interviewer: How do you cope with your low self-esteem?
442. Interviewee: “just talk to yourself positively in order to cope this
443. situation."
444. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
445. low self-confidence lessen a student's desire to learn, ability to focus,
446. and willingness to take risks?
447. Interviewee: “siguro ilang confidence to talk, to communicate with
448. others, maong naa jud silay low self esteem sa ilang mga sarili." (It
449. may affect their confidence to talk and communicate with others, as
450. they may have low self-esteem.)
451. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected
452. by these factors?
453. Interviewee: “siguro naa sa 13-19 ages na mga students." (“Maybe it
454. affects students in the age range of 13-19.")
455. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
456. essential subject in education?
457. Interviewee: “Yes, i've seen a lot of people are struggling within their
458. selves on how would they show confidence and to communicate with
459. others, since they don't know or how to value their relationship with
460. others."
461. [PARTICIPANT 9]
462. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
463. Interviewee: “Self-esteem is very crucial when it comes to academics
464. because it directly impacts the overall well-being, motivation, and
465. academic performance."
466. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
467. Interviewee: “For me self-esteem poses as the confidence level, if you
468. have a low confidence level then that means you have a low self-
469. esteem, actually in achieving self-esteem is not that hard you just need
470. to be yourself and express more specially when curiosity hits you."
471. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of
472. the academic performance of a student?
473. Interviewee: “Base on my experience self-esteem contributes a lot
474. specially when you are sincere in your academic performance, if you
475. crave a good grades then I suggest you must change the level of your
476. self-esteem in order to achieve what you are aiming for. Self-esteem is
477. the root of your success so when it comes to contribution self-esteem
478. contributes a lot.”
479. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-
480. esteem?
481. Interviewee: “I dont really have that high self-esteem to be honest, but
482. i can manage well. I think the effect of having a high self-esteem is
483. living with a provision of privilege because you get too much benefits,
484. but there are also disadvantages if you have a very high self-esteem."
485. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-
486. esteem has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does
487. it influence the chances of achieving?
488. Interviewee: “Yes, students with high self-esteem have a higher
489. chance of achieving in academics. High self-esteem motivates
490. students, fosters a growth of your mindset, promotes healthy
491. relationships and support, and contributes to your mental and
492. emotional well-being."
493. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
494. way you perform in academic?
495. Interviewee: “If you have a low self-esteem or lack of confidence it
496. affected your academic performance because when we are talking
497. about academics it requires a lot of confidence. Confidence plays a
498. crucial role in academics specially when it comes to reporting you must
499. gain the attention of your audience in order for them to gain
500. knowledge."
501. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
502. due to low self-esteem?
503. Interviewee: “Yes, you see I felt so discouraged when one of my
504. classmates perform well in front of us with a high confidence, I just
505. asked my self why can't I be like him? but later on I'm trying to be a
506. better version on me and it is still on a process."
507. Interviewer: How do you cope with your low self-esteem?
508. Interviewee: “I'm learning to adjust and observe the atmosphere and
509. also I'm applying the lessons to myself so that next time when it's my
510. time to express I know what to do, I also seek for advice."
511. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
512. low self-confidence lessen a student's desire to learn, ability to focus,
513. and willingness to take risks?
514. Interviewee: “I think because it discourages a person specially when
515. they see someone that is better than them."
516. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected
517. by these factors?
518. Interviewee: “Actually no, I am more eager to lear
519. n and practice more so that I can also do well, because if they can
520. perform nicely, I believe I can also."
521. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
522. essential subject in education?
523. Interviewee: “Yes, as this can lead to improve decision making, self
524. regulation, and interpersonal relationships."
525. [PARTICIPANT 10]
526. Interviewer: Why is it important for a student to have self-esteem?
527. Interviewee: “It's important for students to have self-esteem because it
528. impacts their confidence, resilience, and motivation, all of which are
529. crucial for academic success."
530. Interviewer: How do you achieve self esteem?
531. Interviewee: “In order to achieve self-esteem, a person may practice
532. self-compassion, set realistic goals, celebrate achievements, and
533. surround themselves by supportive persons."
534. Interviewer: How does self-esteem contribute to the development of
535. the academic performance of a student?
536. Interviewee: “A student’s academic performance is influenced by their
537. self-esteem because it shapes perceptions about their capabilities,
538. willingness to confront difficulties, and resilience when things do not go
539. as planned."
540. Interviewer: What do you think are the effect of having high self-
541. esteem?
542. Interviewee: “Having high self-esteem can lead to increased
543. confidence, resilience, motivation, and academic performance."
544. Interviewer: Do you believe that a student who have a high self-
545. esteem has a higher chance of achieving in academic? If so, how does
546. it influence the chances of achieving?
547. Interviewee: “Yes, students possessing a good opinion about
548. themselves frequently flourish in their studies due to being sure of their
549. capabilities. They are highly self-driven as well as capable of
550. overcoming difficulties."
551. Interviewer: How does low self-esteem or lack of confidence affect the
552. way you perform in academic?
553. Interviewee: “Low self-esteem can lead to feelings of discouragement,
554. lack of motivation, and difficulty focusing on academic tasks."
555. Interviewer: Have you ever felt discouraged or unmotivated to learn
556. due to low self-esteem?
557. Interviewee: “Yes, low self-esteem can make students feel
558. discouraged or unmotivated to learn, affecting their academic
559. performance."
560. Interviewer: How do you cope with your low self-esteem?
561. Interviewee: “Coping with low self-esteem can involve looking to
562. others for support such as friends or family, self-care practice, setting
563. realistic goals and questioning one’s negative self talk."
564. Interviewer: What do you think are the factors why low self-esteem or
565. low self-confidence lessen a student's desire to learn, ability to focus,
566. and willingness to take risks?
567. Interviewee: “Factors like fear of failure, comparison to others, and
568. negative feedback can contribute to low self-esteem in students.”
569. Interviewer: What age among students do you think are most affected
570. by these factors?
571. Interviewee: “Adolescents might be very affected by factors attacking
572. one’s self-esteem due to developmental changes and social pressure."
573. Interviewer: Do you think that self-related perceptions should be an
574. essential subject in education?
575. Interviewee: “Indeed, if self-esteem building activities and discussions
576. were included in education, this might make students develop healthier
577. self-perceptions as well as improving their performance at school."