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What is the main goal of personal effectiveness?
What is the main goal of personal effectiveness?
- To develop self-awareness and identify one's strengths.
- To achieve one's goals by utilizing all available resources. (correct)
- To align one's actual self with their ideal self.
- To maximize one's talents and skills.
How does self-knowledge contribute to personal effectiveness?
How does self-knowledge contribute to personal effectiveness?
- It helps individuals manage stress by understanding their limitations.
- It helps identify and develop personal talents for specific areas.
- It allows individuals to set realistic goals based on their strengths and weaknesses. (correct)
- It enables individuals to learn new skills and acquire experience.
How can misalignment between the actual and ideal selves lead to mental distress?
How can misalignment between the actual and ideal selves lead to mental distress?
- It can lead to feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt. (correct)
- It can make it difficult to develop new skills.
- It can create a sense of being overwhelmed and unmotivated.
- It can prevent individuals from achieving their goals.
Which of the following key skills is LEAST related to personal effectiveness?
Which of the following key skills is LEAST related to personal effectiveness?
What is the significance of aligning the actual self with the ideal self?
What is the significance of aligning the actual self with the ideal self?
How does developing skills contribute to personal effectiveness?
How does developing skills contribute to personal effectiveness?
Which of the following is NOT a key skill for personal effectiveness?
Which of the following is NOT a key skill for personal effectiveness?
What is the primary source of self-knowledge?
What is the primary source of self-knowledge?
Flashcards
Self-Concept
Self-Concept
Awareness of oneself, including the ideal and actual self.
Ideal Self
Ideal Self
The aspirational self, shaped by mentors and societal values.
Actual Self
Actual Self
The self you currently perceive, based on your traits and behaviors.
Self-Knowledge
Self-Knowledge
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Personal Effectiveness
Personal Effectiveness
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Key Skills for Efficiency
Key Skills for Efficiency
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Negotiation and Alignment
Negotiation and Alignment
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Stress Management
Stress Management
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Study Notes
Self-Concept
- Ideal self: the self a person aspires to be, possessing characteristics of a role model or worldly figure
- Actual self: the self a person truly sees, with characteristics nurtured or inherent
- Self-concept: the awareness of oneself, combining the ideal and actual selves. It involves identifying the ideal self, and then evaluating behaviors used to reach it.
Knowledge of Self
- Actual self is built on self-knowledge gained through social interactions.
- These interactions provide insight into how others react to individuals.
- Actual self comprises thoughts, feelings, appearance, and actions.
- Self-image is the view of the self as seen by others, but true self-understanding is limited by not knowing how others truly perceive us
Ideal Self
- Ideal self is a person's desired self-image.
- It's influenced by learned experiences, parental teachings, societal values and perceived best interests.
Self-Negotiation
- There's a constant process of negotiation between the ideal and actual self.
- This negotiation is complex, with social roles playing a critical part in the evolution from infancy to adulthood.
Alignment
- Alignment between the actual and ideal selves is crucial for mental well-being.
- Disparity leads to distress and anxiety.
- The greater the incongruence, the greater the resulting distress.
Personal Effectiveness
- Personal effectiveness involves using all personal resources (talents, skills, energy, time) to achieve goals.
- Self-awareness, strengths, learning, and flexibility are keys to improving personal performance.
Personal Effectiveness Skills
- Determination: Focusing on goals without distractions (self-discipline).
- Self-confidence: Awareness of actions and consequences, leading to positive self-image.
- Persistence: Continuing regardless of obstacles.
- Stress management: Coping with daily and environmental stresses.
- Problem-solving: Adapting to problems and obstacles.
- Creativity: Finding new ways to act.
- Generating ideas: Developing original or unconventional ideas.
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