Self

My personal definition of self-sabotage is an individual who is too hard on themselves or negative about what they can do. An example of this is when a person has a job interview but before even trying has already accepted that they have no chance or won’t get it. They tell themselves that they aren’t qualified enough, which limits their full potential. Their negative attitude sets the mood of the interview and they most likely won’t get the job due to it. Nonjudgmental listening is extremely…

A self image consist of the idea one has of one’s abilities, appearance, and personality. As for Grendel a descendant of the biblical Cain, his self image changes throughout the novel. Either from the visit with the dragon or simply observing the Shaper. From the beginning to the end of the novel Grendel’s self image alters; therefore, I will explain different quotes showing Grendel’s change. Three characters that have had a huge impact on the effect of Grendel’s personality would be Hrothgar,…

Self-identity is reflected through art, often times in understated ways. There is no right or wrong way to approach art because it is so very personal. It is the ability to express emotion, beauty, and thoughts in a single moment captured by time. As an artist, I am given the opportunity to explore different aspects of who I am, what I love, and what inspires me to be the person I am. An artist’s expression can take many forms, for me this form is music, a passion that has always been a part…

Self-Esteem and Self-Perceptions Self-esteem is a hot topic in psychology and has generated lots of research. It is considered a strong predictor of well-being and quality of life. High self-esteem is often advised because studies comply many positive qualities as a result of having high self-esteem. While low self-esteem is rather closely related to mental illness. The physical self is a crucial element in the development of self-esteem. A culture that places value on certain physical features…

Self-disclosure is about how much information is stated, such as feelings and thoughts. By sharing personal aspects or private information (Wheeless, 1978). Disclosure is an attempt at building rapport and to better learn about yourself. It helps your perspective to the receiver, to become visible or noticed. Self disclosure can either benefit or hurt your verbalizations. By involving others, it can make you weak through criticism or rejection. By testing assumption or disclosing information,…

The Development of Identity and Self-Concept When individuals look into a mirror, there is much more looking back besides just physical characteristics. As complex organisms, with high levels of thinking, feeling, and social functioning, humans have both unique, inherent traits, as well as unique life experiences. Both of these areas mold together into the development of one’s identity and self-concept. At no other time is the formulations of identity and self-concept more important than during…

Self expansion is simply put as starting a new relationship in hopes that it will lead to a period or a lifetime of self discovery. This is often found the most beneficial in a committed relationship wherein the two people tend to seek new adventures together. Though Miller would counter in his writing of Intimate Relationships, that self expansion however positive has it own set of drawbacks that are not always apparent at the start of the relationship. He goes so far as to state that “ Once a…

Erikson defines identity as “a coherent conception of the self. Made up of goals, values, and beliefs to which a person is solidly committed” (Papalia & Martorell, 2015, pg. 337). This happens during the teenage years, this is a time spent discovering the self (Papalia & Martorell, 2015). It is during this time that an individual begins Erikson’s fifth stage of psychosocial development, identity versus identity confusion, if the individual is successful in experiencing this stage they develop…

The Outcome When Using Self Efficacy and Self Regulation Students with a high level of self efficacy are not afraid to take on challenging tasks. Matter a fact, they are taking steps to new goals they find interesting. To meet different goals, students have to be able to use their self efficacy and self regulation. Self efficacy is important when completing a task, because it depends on student’s beliefs how well they are able to meet their goals. Self regulation will assist students to…

Notion of ‘Self’ – Reflective practices A recent search of literature on the notion of ‘self’ was conducted for this essay; in reviewing the literature various authors each giving their beliefs and concepts have written many theories and provided many discussions on ‘self’ over the years. However, to write about each of the authors would take some time, therefore within the essay, a few of the authors theories on what their beliefs and concept are to the view of self are included. The first…