Week 13: Self-Awareness

Question 1

Define Self-Concept

Answer 1

a collection of beliefs, values, and attitudes which a person holds about who he or she is in relation to self-perceptions and others

Question 2

Define Reflected Appraisal

Answer 2

we develop a self-concept that matches the way we believe others see us

Question 3

Define/Explain Social Comparison

Answer 3

evaluating ourselves with how we compare with others (superior or inferior)

Question 4

Define Self-Esteem

Answer 4

the value we place on ourselves; an evaluation of one’s self-worth and confidence

Question 5

What are the factors that build self-esteem?

Answer 5

believing you are lovable; believing you are capable; believing you are unique, but with a sense of belonging

Question 6

Define Self-Ideal

Answer 6

each person has a certain standard by which he judges his behaviour; congruence between one’s self and one’s self-ideal is an important determinant of mental health

Question 7

Define Self-Awareness

Answer 7

a dynamic, transformative process of self
The use of self-insights and presence knowingly to guide behaviour that is genuine and authentic to create a healing interpersonal environment

Question 8

Define Antecedent

Answer 8

a thing or event that existed before or logically precedes another

Question 9

What are the antecedents for self-awareness?

Answer 9

Cognitive dissonance (or dialectical tension) in thought/emotions
o	Hard to see a need to change until raised to level of conscious awareness
o	Cues or Stimulus; ex. direct/indirect feedback from others, viewing self in mirror, video, etc. …, personal journal writing

Question 10

Define Introspection

Answer 10

Cognitive exploration of own thoughts, feelings, beliefs, values, behaviours, and feedback from others

Question 11

What are the consequences/benefits of being self-aware?

Answer 11

• “Journey without a final destination”
• Discovery of different paths (relationships, life)
• Increased insight into values, attitudes, prejudices, beliefs, assumptions, feelings, motives, needs and countertransferences
• Higher level of authenticity
• Increased sense of one’s own control (choosing how to respond)
• Deep therapeutic relationships

Question 12

What are the 3 layers of self-awareness?

Answer 12

o Superficial – aware of obvious aspects of self
o Selective – awareness of things one believes one needs to be aware of
o Deep – involves issues known only to oneself – one’s secrets

Question 13

What are the 3 interrelated activities in nursing regarding self-awareness?

Answer 13

o Cognitive
o Affective
o Behavioural

Question 14

Define Resilient

Answer 14

the ability to function with healthy responses, even when experiencing significant stress and adversity