1. 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.

2. How we constantly construct our selves
Reflected Appraisal
Perceptions
OTHERS
Self
How we constantly construct our selves
Self Concept

3. 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

4. Who Should You Hang Out With?
Uppers
Downers andVultures