Personal Identity: The Self Self-Concept 1. The Self is acquired, not innate. 2. The Self is multidimensional. 3. The Self is a process: across time. 4. The Self internalizes and acts from social perspectives. 5. Social perspectives on the self are constructed and variable.
How we constantly construct our selves Reflected Appraisal Perceptions OTHERS Self How we constantly construct our selves Self Concept
Guidelines for Personal Communication Growth 1. Commitment to growth 2. Gain and use knowledge for growth 3. Set realistic goals 4. Accept yourself as “in process” 5. Create a supportive context for change Interact with supportive people Avoid self-sabotage
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