04:192:201 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Sexual Identity, Interpersonal Communication, Social Comparison Theory
7 Apr 2016
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Self-concept: the sum total knowledge you have about yourself. Characteristics of the self: the self is subjective. Your self-concept is inherently subjective; in other words, you are who you think you are. Our self-concept reflects how we see ourselves, which may or may not reflect the perceptions of others. (cid:2: self-esteem: an overall judgment of one"s self-worth or value. Self-esteem also influences how people communicate at work. (cid:2: the self is multifaceted. There are a number of sides to our self-concept that reflect the roles and relationships that we have in different aspects of our lives. The different aspects of your self-concept can be more or less compatible or incompatible( . The facets of your self-concept are more likely to be compatible or complementary when they reflect shared core values or beliefs. (cid:2: facets of the self are more or less visible.
