The Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) significantly impacts the self-esteem and life orientation of its learner recipients. This study looks at how financial support from the program affects students' self-esteem, motivation, and academic success. A mixed-method sequential explanatory design was used to evaluate data collected from 4Ps recipients at a public secondary school in Magalang, Pampanga, during the 2024-2025 academic year. The findings show that internal elements such as familial support and spiritual beliefs, particularly a connection to God's love, significantly influence learners' self-worth more than external validation. Furthermore, the beneficiaries' life orientation was typically optimistic, with friendships and hope for the future playing an important part in molding their attitude. While the 4Ps' financial support alleviates certain economic constraints and improves educational possibilities, some beneficiaries face societal censure, leading to a skewed impression of the program's influence on their life. This study emphasizes the necessity of ongoing support systems, such as family participation, academic drive, and efforts to reduce the stigma associated with being a 4P recipient. The study provides politicians, educators, and parents with significant insights into creating an atmosphere that boosts learners' self-esteem and life orientation, ultimately contributing to their personal and academic success.