Psychological Perspective of the Self

These flashcards cover key concepts and definitions from the lecture on the psychological perspective of the self.

I-Self

The self that thinks, directs actions, and has experiences; the subjective self.

Me-Self

The self as an object of knowledge, encompassing feelings, social roles, and recognition from others; the objective self.

Material Self

The part of the self that consists of physical possessions, family, clothing, and money.

Social Self

The aspect of self that changes based on the social situation and interactions with others.

Spiritual Self

The core of a person’s identity, including personality, values, and conscience, which remains stable over time.

Real Self

A person's genuine current state, including strengths, weaknesses, and struggles.

Ideal Self

The version of oneself that an individual aspires to become, including goals, values, and traits.

Congruence

The alignment between self-image and ideal self, indicating psychological health.

Unified Self

The self presented to trusted individuals and when alone, reflecting a consistent identity.

Multiple Selves

The sub-selves that exhibit different behaviors in various situations, influenced by social context.

Major Self

The comprehensive aspects of a person’s personality, including ideas, emotions, and aspirations.

Minor Self

Aspects of personality that are less complex and useful for specific social situations.

Micro Self

The building blocks of personality, including emotions, thoughts, and habits.

True Self

The genuine thoughts and emotions of a person, representing their vulnerability.

False Self

The facade that covers or protects the true self, often developed in response to unmet needs.

Id

The unconscious part of personality that represents sexual and aggressive energy, driven by pleasure-seeking.

Ego

The rational aspect of personality that operates on the reality principle, mediating between id and superego.

Superego

The moral conscience that governs behavior based on societal values and parental figures.

Ego Strength

The ability of the ego to resolve conflicts between the id and superego.