SELF-ESTEEM
Define self-esteem
Your overall opinion of self; how you honestly feel about your abilities and limitations.
What are the 2 skills that make up personal capability?
self-awareness, self-management
Define motivation
Motivation is an inner drive that causes a person to do something; the psychological cause of an action
Difference between global and situational self-esteem
Global indicates how we feel about ourselves in general; situational fluctuates depending on the circumstances
What are the 2 skills that make up social capability?
social awareness, relationship management
What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation? DAILY DOUBLE: example of each
Intrinsic are those that arise from within, extrinsic those that arise from outside and involve concrete rewards
Where does self-esteem come from?
It comes primarily from our family of origin, but not inherited. It evolves as we develop an image of ourselves through our experiences with different important people in our lives.
In dealing with emotions, what style is characterized by feeling swamped and helpless?
engulfed
Give an example of an external conflict that is a barrier to career choice.
other people's values and contrasting opinions; society's dictates; lack of role models
How do we acquire/increase our self-esteem?
Must be proactive and build it for ourselves. It grows as we face our fears and learn from experiences; also grows from instances of situational self-esteem.
Regarding sending and receiving non-verbal cues, what are 3 specific areas to focus on?
eye contact, facial expressions, tone of voice, posture, focus on the other person
Describe 2 defense mechanisms involved in internal conflict.
denial; rationalization; intellectualization; cognitive dissonance
What is self-compassion?
Treating yourself with the same empathy you would show others.
Name 4 ways of reacting. DAILY DOUBLE: example of each
assertive, passive, passive-aggressive, aggressive
Procrastination and unwillingness to compromise are 2 aspects of which barrier to career choice?
Decision-making confusion
Name 2 out of 3 steps to improve self-esteem.
1) rebut the inner critic; 2) practice self-compassion; 3) take action in small steps
How do we develop emotional intelligence?
by practice and repetition
Name 2 components of commitment anxiety.
fear of failure; perfectionism; risk taking difficulties