10 Questions
What is defined as everything that you know about yourself?
Self-concept
Which component of self-concept refers to the stable characteristics that determine behavior?
Personality traits
In the context of self-concept, what does 'I am trustworthy' represent?
Personality trait
Which aspect of self-concept involves describing oneself based on how they look?
Physical characteristics
How is self-concept described in terms of past and future perceptions?
Multi-dimensional representation
What is self-efficacy?
Belief and confidence in accomplishing tasks
How does self-knowledge impact decision-making according to Meg Selig?
Helps in making better decisions
Which term refers to the different ways in which an individual thinks about themselves?
Self-complexity
What aspect of self-awareness allows a person to resist social pressure according to the text?
Being grounded in one's values and preferences
According to the passage, what does knowing oneself lead to?
Empathy towards others
Study Notes
Self-Concept
- Self-concept refers to everything you know about yourself, including your perception of yourself as a multi-dimensional (physical, spiritual, emotional, social, and moral) human being
- It involves your current perception, as well as your past and future self, making it a dynamic representation of who you are
- Self-concept has three essential components: physical characteristics, personality traits, and social identity
Components of Self-Concept
- Physical characteristics describe your physical appearance, either positively or negatively (e.g., "I am fair-skinned" or "I am chubby")
- Personality traits are stable characteristics that determine your behavior (e.g., "I am trustworthy" or "I am outgoing")
- Social identity refers to the social group you belong to (e.g., "I am the daughter of Leni" or "I am a Muslim")
Related Concepts
- Self-esteem refers to a positive or negative self-evaluation of your self-concept
- Self-worth refers to how much you value yourself
- Self-efficacy refers to your belief and confidence in your ability to accomplish tasks and control your environment
- Self-complexity refers to the different ways you think about yourself
Importance of Self-Knowledge
- Knowing oneself is the beginning of wisdom, as it allows you to understand your strengths and weaknesses, passions and fears, and life's desires and dreams
- Self-knowledge enables you to be aware of your eccentricities, habits, likes, and dislikes, and make better decisions and choices
- It also leads to increased happiness, reduced inner conflict, and better understanding of others
Reflection Questions
- Who am I as a person?
- What makes me different from my friends and classmates?
- How do I react when someone backbites me or says something bad about me?
- If a classmate tells me that I am good at nothing, how will I react?
Explore the concept of self-concept and how it shapes our perception of ourselves as multi-dimensional human beings. Learn about the essential components that make up self-concept and how it evolves over time.
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