Self-Perception Basics
This term refers to how you view and evaluate yourself.
What is self-perception?
This emotion focuses on behavior and can lead to growth.
What is guilt?
Shame can begin during this stage of life.
What is early childhood?
“I’m not good enough” is an example of this.
What is a negative self-belief?
This skill involves separating actions from identity.
What is cognitive reframing or separating behavior from self?
Two things that shape self-perception over time.
What are life experiences and relationships?
This emotion targets identity and creates feelings of “something is wrong with me.”
What is shame?
Being constantly criticized or ignored can lead to this emotional experience.
What is shame?
Shame often operates at this level of awareness.
What is beneath the surface/unconscious?
“I failed, so I am a failure” is an example of this distortion.
What is overgeneralization/self-labeling?
Positive influences on self-perception.
What is encouragement?
“I made a mistake” reflects this emotion.
What is guilt?
Unrealistic expectations can contribute to developing this.
What is negative self-beliefs?
Avoiding situations due to fear of judgment is an example of this.
What is avoidance behavior?
A healthier reframe for failure.
What is “I made a mistake and can learn from it”?
Negative experiences that can damage self-perception.
What are criticism, rejection, or failure?
“I am a mistake” reflects this emotion.
What is shame?
Repeated rejection can lead someone to believe this about themselves.
What is “I am unworthy”?
This cycle happens when avoidance reinforces negative beliefs.
What is the shame cycle?
Why is avoiding challenges harmful long-term?
What is because it reinforces shame and limits growth?
This part of self-perception includes beliefs about worth, abilities, and identity.
What are core beliefs about self?
Why is guilt considered more helpful than shame?
What is because it promotes learning instead of self-judgment?
What does it mean to “internalize” experiences?
What is taking external messages and believing them as truth?
Why do negative beliefs feel true even when they are not?
What is because they are repeatedly reinforced over time?
This process involves questioning whether beliefs are accurate or helpful.
What is cognitive restructuring/self-reflection?