Self concept basics
What is self-concept?
How you see and think about yourself.
What is confidence?
Believing in yourself and your abilities.
Name one thing that can influence self-concept.
Family, friends, social media, experiences, school.
What is positive self-talk?
Encouraging and supportive thoughts about yourself.
You fail a test and think, “I can improve next time.”
Is this positive or negative thinking?
Positive thinking
True or False: Self-concept can change over time.
True
What is one way to build confidence?
Practice, setting goals, positive self-talk
Which has a stronger effect on self-concept: positive support or constant criticism?
Constant criticism negatively affects self-concept
Which is positive self-talk?
A. “I’ll never be good enough”
B. “I can keep improving”
“I can keep improving”
A friend constantly compares themselves to others online.
What could this affect?
Their self-concept or confidence
What are two things included in self-concept?
Confidence, identity, beliefs, strengths, personality
How can accomplishing small goals improve confidence?
It helps people feel successful and capable
How can social media negatively affect self-concept?
By causing insecurity or unrealistic expectations
What is one benefit of positive thinking?
Better confidence, motivation, or mental health
Someone says, “I’m terrible at everything.”
What type of self-talk is this?
Negative self-talk
Why is self-concept important?
It affects choices, confidence, and behavior
What is something confident people usually do?
Try new things, speak up, or handle challenges
How can supportive friends improve self-concept?
They encourage confidence and positivity
Replace this with positive self-talk:
“I always fail.”
“I can learn from my mistakes.”
A student is too afraid to answer questions because they think they’ll be judged.
What may they struggle with?
Low confidence or negative self-concept
Explain the difference between self-concept and self-esteem.
Self-concept is how you see yourself overall, while self-esteem is how much you value yourself.
Why can confidence help people succeed?
It encourages effort, persistence, and trying new opportunities
Describe how family support can shape self-concept.
Positive support can build confidence and a healthier self-image
Why is positive self-talk important during challenges?
It helps motivation and reduces self-doubt
A student avoids trying out for a team because they believe they are “not talented enough,” although they enjoy the sport.
How could this affect their self-concept?
It can lower their confidence, increase self-doubt, and prevent them from growing or trying new opportunities.