Sociological Self Lesson 2 PDF

Lesson 2 ❖ Discover how others’ views influence the view of the self. ❖ Recognize two social theories of the self.  Analyze one’s I and Me  Is the study of human behavior. Behavior includes the social behavior, pattern of social relationships, social interaction, society, an...

Lesson 2 ❖ Discover how others’ views influence the view of the self. ❖ Recognize two social theories of the self.  Analyze one’s I and Me  Is the study of human behavior. Behavior includes the social behavior, pattern of social relationships, social interaction, society, and culture that surround us every day.  Charles Horton Cooley, an American sociologi introduced the concept of the "Looking Glass his work "Human Nature and the Social Order (1902  The "Looking Glass Self" is a social psycholog concept that explores how an individual's sel perception is shaped by social interactions an the perceptions of others.  Key points of Cooley's theory 1. The Looking Glass Metaphor The term "Looking Glass Self" is derived fro the metaphor of a mirror. Cooley suggests that we develop our sense of self by seeing ourselves reflected in the reactions and opinions of others, much like looking at our reflection in a mirror.  a. Breakdown of the Phrase 1. “I am not what I think I am”: o This suggests that one's self-perception or self-image may not ful capture or define their identity. How we view ourselves can be incomplet distorted and might not align with how others perceive us. 2. “I am not what you think I am”: o This indicates that the way others perceive or label us is also not t complete picture of who we are. External perceptions alone do not define as they might be based on misunderstandings, stereotypes, or incomple information.  3. “I am what you think I am”: o This final statement emphasizes the significant role that others’ perceptions play in shaping our identity. According to Cooley's concept of looking-glass self, our sense of who we are is heavily influenced by how believe others see us. Our identity is formed, in part, through social interactions and the feedback we receive from others Self is inherently social. Our self-concept is continuously shaped reshaped through social interactions 4. People who are important in our lives, such as family, friends, and peers) is particularly strong in shaping the Looking Glass Self.  Summary: Summary The phrase “I am not what I think I am, I am not what you th am, I am what you think I am” highlights the complex nature self-identity as it is shaped by social interactions and perceptions. It reflects the idea that our self-concept is n only a personal internal state but is also significantly influen by how we believe others view us. This understanding underscores the relational aspect of identity, emphasizing t our sense of self is a dynamic interplay between our own perceptions and those of others  Theory of Self  George Herbert Mead was a significant figure in sociology social psychology, and his ideas about the "social self" a foundational in understanding how individuals develop se concepts through social interactions.  Mead's theory is most closely associated with symbolic interactionism, which investigates how people shape their sense of self via interaction and conversation with others central to Mead’s body of work.  Theory of Self  Self as a Social Product: Mead argued that the self is not innate or biological entity but rather emerges from social interactions. The self develops through the process of socialization, where individuals internalize the norms, valu and roles of their society.  Role-Taking: A crucial aspect of Mead's theory is the conc of role-taking. This involves individuals understanding and adopting the perspectives of others, which helps in shapin their own self-concept  The "I" and the "Me":  "I": The "I" represents the spontaneous, unpredictable, autonomous part of the self. It reflects an individual’ personal responses and actions that are not necessari influenced by societal expectations.  "Me": The "Me" represents the socialized aspect of the s incorporating societal norms, values, and expectations. reflects the internalization of the perspectives of others societal roles  The "I" and the "Me":  Generalized Other: Mead introduced the concept of the "generalized ot to describe how individuals incorporate the expectations and attitudes the broader society into their self-concept. This is an abstract understanding of societal norms that influences how one perceives themselves and behaves.  Social Interaction as a Process: Mead believed that the self dev through social interaction. The process begins in childhood, w individuals learn to take on various roles and understand ho others perceive them. This ongoing interaction shapes and resh the self throughout life.  Development of the Self:  Preparatory Stage: In early childhood, individuals imitate o without understanding the roles they are mimicking  Play Stage: Children start to take on specific roles, such as playing house or doctor, which helps them understand and internalize social roles and perspectives.  Game Stage: At this stage, individuals begin to understand coordinate multiple roles simultaneously.  Importance: Mead's theory emphasizes that the self is not a fixed entity bu dynamic, evolving construct shaped by social processes. This perspective highlights the significance of social interactions in personal development and provides a framework for understanding how identity and self-concept are formed and maintained.  Anthropology is the scientific study of humans, their ances and related primates. It encompasses a broad range of top related to human life, including cultural practices, social structures, biological evolution, and historical development  Culture plays a significant role in shaping an individual’s sens self, influencing identity, beliefs, and behaviors in profound w The Self-Embedded in Culture 1. Relationships: Culture influences how you enter into and maintain relationships. 2. Personality Traits: Culture influences whether (and how) y value traits, like humility, self-esteem, politeness, assertiveness, and so on, as well as how you perceive hard or how you feel about relying on others. The Self-Embedded in Culture 3. Achievement: Culture influences how you define success and whether you value certain types of individual and group achievements. 4. Expressing emotions: Culture influences what will affect yo emotionally, as well as how you express yourself, such as show your feeling in public or keeping it private.  Independent construct reflects an individualistic culture whil interdependent construct depicts in collectivists culture. Individu tend to have independent views of themselves. the self is typically viewed as independent and self-containe 2. Collectivist cultures prioritize the needs and goals of the group those of the individual. Family, community, and social harmony highly valued, and individuals are expected to contribute to and su their group The self is often viewed as interconnected with others.