PSYC 2310 Chapter Notes - Chapter 3: Basking In Reflected Glory, Ingratiation, Ingroups And Outgroups

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Can impact self-esteem depending on whether the self-concepts are negative or. Concrete self-concept when younger e. g. physical characteristics. Abstract self-concept when older e. g. psychological characteristics. Clifford geertz had a quote describing self in a western country. Which is unique, distinct, and has boundaries. We can see how the definition of self can be biased in western concepts. Self-concept can impact how you see the world. E. g. if you think you are artistic, you notice more artistic aspects in the world. Your act of thinking about yourself, similar to being aware of other objects. People change their behaviour to match their standards or to reduce self-awareness when forced to become self-aware. A stable sense of self identity is needed to form interpersonal relationships. People make decisions based on their larger goal, priorities, and principles. Willpower can be used up and we eventually give in to temptation. Different brain regions are activated for immediate rewards and delayed rewards.

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