Understanding Ideal vs Actual Self

The ideal self is aspirational, while the actual self is based on self-knowledge and experience. (correct)

The actual self is how we want to be, while the ideal self is how we actually are.

The ideal self is shaped by public perception, while the actual self is not.

The actual self is entirely independent of social interactions, unlike the ideal self.

It eliminates the need for self-knowledge.

It serves to reduce the complexity of social interactions.

It emphasizes only the importance of social roles.

It helps in identifying the ideal self as separate from the actual self. (correct)

It leads to increased motivation to improve oneself.

It causes incongruence, resulting in distress or anxiety. (correct)

It has no noticeable effect on mental health.

It results in a sense of mental well-being.

<p>Feedback from social interactions and societal expectations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Self-image is a reflection of our actual self as perceived by others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To enhance self-knowledge and promote alignment of the two selves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased mental distress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Social interactions that provide insight into how others react to you.</p> Signup and view all the answers