Knowing the Self:
Knowing the Self The Beverly Slater Case Self – mental representation of what I am like Self-concept Public Self Executive Function
The Self in Social Psychology:
The Self in Social Psychology Social interactions help form the self Reflected Appraisals Social Comparison
The Self as an Interpersonal Tool:
The Self as an Interpersonal Tool Manage impressions to get social approval Self-presentation – processes by which people attempt to control their public image or the impressions others form of them Competent rather than bumbling Attractive rather than repulsive Intelligent rather than stupid Able rather than clumsy
Self-Presentation Strategies:
Self-Presentation Strategies Ingratiation – “I am likable” Self-Promotion – “I am competent” Intimidation – “I am powerful” Supplication – “I am weak” Exemplification – “I am worthy”