The Self

Question 1

What is ‘The Self’ ?

Answer 1

Theory derived from Goffman and is the presentation of self in everyday life

Described as a ‘self performance’ and ‘back stage’ as being one’s true, authentic self

Question 2

Goffman’s explanation :

Answer 2

He states that we display a series of masks to others and control how we appear due to being concerned about how we are coming across, constantly trying to set ourselves in the best light

We adapt what we are depending on who we’re interacting with

Goffman states that there is no ‘true self’. There is no identifiable performer- we are made up of all