Contemporary Self Theories

1. Contemporary
Self Theories
by:
MARLOU F. FLORO
EdD – Filipino Language Teaching

2. History of the Self-
Concept Theory
The earliest milestone in the self-
concept theory is that of Rene
Descartes, who proposed that a
person’s existence depended on how he
perceives so.

3. History of the Self-
Concept Theory
Sigmund Freud
His theory holds that we have 3 main aspects within us,
the id (pleasure-oriented), ego (balance between id
and superego) and the superego (conscience-driven)
which may influence the way we think of ourselves.

4. History of the Self-
Concept Theory
Carl Rogers a Humanist psychologist believed
that there were three different parts of self-
concept:
Self-image, or how you see yourself.
Ideal self, or how you wish you could be
Self-esteem, or how much you value yourself

5. Self-concept, strictly defined as the
totality of our beliefs, preferences,
opinions and attitudes organized in
a systematic manner, towards our
personal existence.

6. AN IMPORTANT PART OF YOUR SELF-CONCEPT
 An internal feeling that influences how you see yourself.
 How you believe other people see you.
 Learned beliefs about how you see your physical appearance,
personality
 and abilities.
 Related to beliefs, attitudes and opinions.
 How you feel about yourself (emotional). Each person has its own
personal views
 Characteristics and beliefs of ones body and mind that shapes self
esteem.
Synonyms or near-synonyms 'self-worth', 'self-regard', 'self-respect', and
'self-integrity’

7. How You Have Developed Your SELF-
CONCEPT?
Your parents, teachers, and authority
figures judged you in some way
For example: “You look like your father”.
“You are too short”, "Too fat", "too slow",
etc.

8. HOW TO IMPROVE YOUR
SELF-CONCEPT?
 Develop a positive attitude.
 Spend time with supportive
friends.

9. Theory of Self Esteem
American psychologist Abraham Maslow
included self-esteem in his hierarchy of human needs
He described two different forms of "esteem
1. the need for respect from others in the form of recognition, success,
and admiration
2. The need for self-respect in the form of self-love, self-confidence, skill,
or aptitude

10. Development Across Lifespan
Experiences in a person's life are a major source of
how self-esteem develops. In the early years of a chil
d's life, parents have a significant influence on self-est
eem and can be considered the main source of positive
and negative experiences a child will have.

11. Low Self-Esteem can result from
various factors, including genetic
factors, physical appearance or
weight, mental health issues,
socioeconomic status, significant
emotional experiences, social
stigma, peer pressure or bullying.

12. The Three States of Self- Esteem
Proposed by Martin Ross
Shattered
Vulnerable
Strong

13. List down at least 5 characteristics
that best describe students with
low self- esteem

14. Mary H. Guindon (2002) PhD, Associate Professor and Chair of the
Department of Counseling and Human Services at Johns Hopkins
University, asked school counselors to list five characteristics that best
describe students with low self- esteem. 1000 words were used and the most
common are;
1. Withdrawn/shy/quiet 7. Angry/ hostile 13. Lacks self confidence
2. Insecure 8. Unmotivated 14. Poor communications
3.Underachieving 9. Depressed 15. Acts out
4. Negative Attitude 10. Dependent/follower
5. Unhappy 11. Poor self-image
6. Socially Inept 12. Non-risk taker

17. Difference Between Self Concept and Self Esteem
Self-concept is how an individual views who they are based on
their habits, skills and temperament. In other words, it is the
ability to reflect on one's own traits, skills and behavior.
Self-esteem is an attitude or view that an individual has about
him or herself.

18. THANK YOU!
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