Discovering the Essence of Self
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What is the definition of self-concept?

  • An idea of the self constructed from the beliefs one holds about oneself and the responses of others. (correct)
  • Confidence in one's own worth or abilities.
  • An understanding of oneself or one's own motives or character.
  • Aspects of one's identity or self-concept that are important to or influenced by interpersonal relationships and the reactions of others.
  • What is the significance of the dictum 'Know Thyself'?

  • It refers to knowing quantifiable facts about oneself.
  • It is an ancient greeting of the highly civilized Greeks.
  • It is a concept emphasized by philosophers. (correct)
  • It is a belief that the temple gods greet people with this salutation as they enter the holy sanctuary.
  • What is the meaning of the term 'philosophy'?

  • Understanding of oneself or one's own motives or character
  • Confidence in one's own worth or abilities
  • Knowledge of oneself
  • Love of wisdom (correct)
  • What does self-esteem refer to, according to the text?

    <p>Confidence in one's own worth or abilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the self, as defined in the text?

    <p>Self-respect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of social self, as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Aspects of one's identity or self-concept that are important to or influenced by interpersonal relationships and the reactions of others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of the dictum 'Know Thyself' according to the text?

    <p>Understanding one's own motives or character</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'social self' refer to?

    <p>Aspects of one's identity influenced by interpersonal relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do philosophers insist about knowing oneself?

    <p>It is about quantifiable facts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a quantifiable fact pertaining to the self?

    <p>Self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

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