Self – Image and Communication

Self – Image and Communication: 

Self – Image and Communication Mental image, concept www.Merriam-Webster.com We often make images of others Sometimes that work to person’s advantage but often negative image is formed because of how we perceive others’ traits, characteristics and abilities . Communication starts with self…how we see ourselves can make a great difference in how we communicate .

Communication Begins with Self Six persons involved in communication between two(Dean Brunlund): 

Communication Begins with Self Six persons involved in communication between two(Dean Brunlund ) How the other person believes you view him/her (6) Your view of the other person (2) The other person’s view of himself or herself (4) The other person’s view of you (5) Your view of yourself (1) How you believe the other person views you (3)

Impact of Perception and Image : 

Impact of Perception and Image Career mobility Advancement Career success Freedom of Speech

Good Image Makers: 

Good Image Makers Educational level Career competence and issues Level of sophistication Sense of humor e. Social heritage

Low and High Opinion of Yourself: 

Low and High Opinion of Yourself High self esteem : good opinion low self esteem: bad opinion Are you? worthwhile? Respect ? Are you successful? How do you see yourself ? strengths and weaknesses? Comparing to others and ignoring your uniqueness ( social comparison )? Social status? Decision making power?

What is Low Self Esteem? : 

What is Low Self Esteem? Low self image is based on how you see yourself. A re you a good, reliable, hardworking, honest or friendly person ? Low self esteem comes from a poor self image

Building Your Self-esteem, Confidence and Inner Power in order to Achieve Success? : 

Building Your Self-esteem, Confidence and Inner Power in order to Achieve Success? What is High Self Esteem? High self esteem is the opposite of low seIf - esteem what will be the outcome of high self esteem? you have a high level of self esteem you will be confident, happy, highly motivated and have the right attitude to succeed

Why High Self-esteem?: 

Why High Self-esteem? Self esteem increases your confidence . you will respect yourself and then you can respect others, improve your relationships and become happier Low esteem causes depression , unhappiness, insecurity and low confidence.

Tips for how to Improve Self Esteem?: 

Tips for how to Improve Self Esteem? 1 - Face your fears 2- Forget your failures 3- Work on your self confidence 4- Know what you want and ask for it Be assertive, you deserve your dreams to come true! 5- Reward yourself when you succeed Make a list of your successes and focus on the positive 6- Talk don’t assume 7- Don't be defeated Failure step to success 8- Have a different approach.

Tips for how to Improve Self Esteem?: 

Tips for how to Improve Self Esteem? Low Self Esteem - Here's what to do: Low self esteem feeds on negative thoughts You can choose to please yourself It is good to you care about other's feelings but aren't your needs just as important? Don't neglect yourself! Don't try to be like someone else. Maintain your uniqueness Take life and yourself less seriously. Focus on your successes .

Tips for improving Self- Esteem (Continued): 

Tips for improving Self- Esteem (Continued) Use positive affirmations and quotes Read them when you are feeling negative and need inspiration. Visualize your dreams and increase your self esteem ! seeing” yourself exhibiting some desirable behavior Focus on your strengths Use them. You will succeed if you are true to yourself Work at achieving your goals If you do this your confidence will increase and you will feel positive Develop honest relationship why? for honest and objective feedback

Problems with Relationships? Could it be your Self Image? : 

Problems with Relationships? Could it be your Self Image? Image is to do with perception . self image effects behavior, thinking and how one relate to others How you see yourself is often different from how others view you Your view of yourself is shaped by your unique thoughts and beliefs and you will have a distorted view You will see yourself in a positive or negative way according to your level of self esteem You may have a negative view of yourself and if so you are probably highly critical of yourself

Building Your Child's Self Esteem : 

Building Your Child's Self Esteem How much the child feels wanted , a ppreciated and loved How your child sees himself , often built from what parents and those close say His or her sense of achievement How the child relates to others Your child's self esteem can be increased by you

TEST SCORE: 

TEST SCORE : Total number of TRUE answers you gave, EACH ONE POINT: 15-16 Points - You have a high level of self esteem! 12-14 Points - Not bad but room for you to improve 8-11   Points - Low self esteem is holding you back Below 8 Points - Your esteem is drastically low!

Building Your Child's Self Esteem : 

Building Your Child's Self Esteem Appreciating your child Encouragement Praise Mutual respect Dealing with failure

Building Your Child's Self Esteem: 

Building Your Child's Self Esteem Telling your child that you love them Spending time with your child Encouraging your child to make choices Fostering independence in your children Giving genuine importance to your child's opinion and listening Taking the time to explain reasons

Thank You : 

Thank You  You Are Important, You can Make the Difference! The World is Yours! THE POWER OF ONE !! ......................................................................... one song can spark a moment ~ one flower can wake the dream ~ one tree can start a forest ~ one bird can herald spring ~ one smile begins a friendship