Dimensions of the self

Define the self

The self is the totality of all characteristic attributes, conscious and unconscious, mental and physical of a person

who conceived the self as an archetypical image of unity

Carl Jung

Define self concept

an idea of the self constructed from the beliefs one holds about oneself and the responses of others

Define self awareness

conscious knowledge of ones own character and feelings

Define self esteem

confidence in ones own worth or abilities; self respect

Define self talk

Internal dialogue characterized by repeating internalized sentences to the self

what is Bronfenbrenners theory

This theory offers a framework to examine individuals relationships within communities and the wider society.

Characteristics of an unhealthy relationship

• Disrespect

• control

• dishonesty

• violence

• Dependence

• hostility

Aspects necessary for a healthy relationship

• support and affection

• trust and respect

• safety and acceptance

• open and positive communication

• conflict management

How to management conflict

• Always be honest

• use an I message instead of a you message

what 3 important aspects should one consider when effectively confronting someone

Behaviour, Effect, your feelings and emotions

why is the ‘I‘ method when dealing with conflict effective

• Produces helpful change

• preserves others self esteem

• maintains the relationship

• helps others grow

Name the 5 different styles people usually use when dealing with conflict

• Avoidance

• Accommodating

• compromising

• competing

• collaborating

explain Avoidance

Problem will disappear if I avoid it

explain Accommodating

giving in to the other person’s needs most of the time

explain compromising

both parties will be satisfied or dissatisfied

explain competing

I win, you lose

explain collaborating

win-win situation

define bullying

a form of social pathology- social violence repeated over and over

4 types of bullying

• Cyber

• physical

• verbal

• social

tips for getting out of bullying situation for students

• avoid the bully

• use humor

• recruit a friend

• look out for friendly children when making friends

bullying guidelines for teachers (6)

• Teach learners to be assertive

• Teach learners to build a good self esteem

• talk openly about bullying

• Model good relationships

• Teach learners good comebacks

• Teach learners not to fight back

Define the concept of self actualization

Karen Honey- The real self of the person has the capacity for growth and development

Define the concept of role identity

William James - Humans have many selves as they adapt differently to different situations

4 factors affecting self concept

• Others ideas of you

• own interpretations

• cultural teachings

• social connections and comparison to your peers

Draw Joharis window module on self awareness

A positive self esteem is one of ___

self acceptance, self approval and self respect

A negative self esteem is one of ___

self rejection, disapproval of self and lack of self respect

explain how self awareness, self concept, self esteem and self talk all influence each other

we all have self awareness which develops a self concept, the development of a self concept includes self evaluation. This evaluation will impact your self esteem. Your self esteem will affect the way you talk about yourself.

what is body image

The mental picture formed by oneself of your body as a whole

5 ways students can develop an EQ

1. Self awareness

2. Managing own emotions

3. Motivating oneself

4. empathy

5. handling relationships