Development of the self in society

Self-Awareness

Conscious knowledge of your own character, skills, feelings, and emotions.

Importance of Self-Awareness

Foundation of emotional intelligence; understanding emotions impacts performance.

How to Improve Self-Awareness

Look at yourself objectively, keep a journal, identify changes needed for achieving goals.

Self-Esteem

Confidence in your own worth or abilities; self-respect.

Impact of Low Self-Esteem

Leads to defeat, depression, anxiety, and destructive relationships.

Features of Healthy Self-Esteem

Realistic view of potential and acceptance of strengths and weaknesses.

Signs of Low Self-Esteem

Belief that others are better, difficulty expressing needs, and dwelling on past negative experiences.

Factors Influencing Self-Esteem

Internal factors: thinking processes, emotional and physical limitations; External factors: negative feedback.

Social Media Comparison

Comparing oneself to idealized lives can lead to feelings of inadequacy.

Cyberbullying

Use of electronic communication to bully, damaging self-esteem.

How to Build Self-Esteem

Develop positive mindset, accept compliments, and stop comparing yourself to others.

Personal Development

Actions taken to improve self-awareness and reach potential.

Personal Vision

A clear idea of where you want to be in the future.

SWOT Analysis

Tool to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in personal development.

SMART Goals

Goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.

Self-Confidence Definition

A feeling of trust in your abilities, qualities, and judgment.

How to Build Self-Confidence

Improve communication skills, plan to complete tasks, and make logical decisions.

Complimenting Others

A way to build confidence in others by offering sincere praise.

Sex vs. Gender

Sex is biological identity; gender is personal/internal sense of maleness or femaleness.

Gender Norms

Expected behaviors for males and females within society.

Masculinity

Attributes, behaviors, and roles associated with boys and men.

Femininity

Attributes, behaviors, and roles associated with girls and women.

Gender Stereotypes

Fixed, generalized images attributed to genders that can negatively impact self-perception.

Traditional Gender Roles

Often evolving roles shared between parents, including financial responsibilities.

Power

The capacity of an individual to influence actions or beliefs of others.

Legitimate Power

Power derived from a position of authority.

Referent Power

Influence based on respect, admiration, affection, or likeability.

Expert Power

Influence based on specialized knowledge or expertise.

Reward Power

Ability to motivate others through promised rewards.

Coercive Power

Influence through threats and fear of punishment.

Signs of Healthy Relationships

Emotional needs are met, decisions made jointly, mutual respect.

Signs of Unhealthy Relationships

One-sided decisions, feelings of insecurity, and control issues.

Impact of Abusive Power

Leads to coercive behavior manifesting as physical, sexual, or psychological abuse.

Sexual Harassment Definition

Unwanted sexual behavior often targeting those with lesser power.

Sexual Assault

Any unwanted sexual behavior making a person feel threatened or uncomfortable.

Consequences of Sexual Assault

Shock, denial, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem.

Sexual Well-being Definition

State of physical, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality.

HIV Transmission

Spread through infected blood or body fluids during unprotected sex.

Preventing STIs

Avoid sex, use condoms, limit partners, get tested and treated.

Benefits of Exercise on Mental Health

Can relieve depression and anxiety, improve self-esteem, and sharpen memory.

Four Main Groups of Exercises

Endurance, Strength Training, Balance Exercises, Flexibility Exercises.

Recommended Exercise

60+ minutes of physical activity daily, mostly moderate intensity.

Safety Measures Before Starting Exercise

Ensure health, use suitable gear, warm up properly.

Avoiding Exercise Injuries

Warm up, avoid repetitive motions, and rest between workouts.

Outdoor Activity Safety

Wear reflective clothing, be cautious around traffic.

Preventing Overheating and Dehydration

Drink enough water, aware of heat-related risks.