"The Self: Improving the Self and Others" recommends methods of boosting self-esteem through humbleness and happiness. A discussion occurs around maintaining well-being as well as the importance of setting goals. Learn to take control of your life and venture toward a more optimistic future. In improving oneself, he or she can also improve the health and well-being of those within their surroundings. Improving the self means maintaining well-being, improving happiness, demonstrating empathy, and aspiring to attain goals.