People can think, act, and feel themselves, but they are able simultaneously feel strongly concerning

what they
are having thought, doing, figuratively or literally and experiencing in general. Hence, it implies that Self-
awareness is a byproduct of an object of thought.
The idea of self-control is inextricably linked to self-awareness theory. Shelley Duval and Robert Wicklund's
(1972) classic theory of self-awareness established its significant insights on social psychology in prior
research.
Many researchers have since firmly endorsed self-awareness hypothesis, and has been linked to different
paradigm such as (1) Standards, (2) Attention, (3) Behavior, et al. that emphasis on the SELF, CAUSALITY
AND ACTION. In line with the theory, everything that causes people to concentrate on themselves will raise
their self-awareness. New research methodologies have enhanced self-awareness theory, which has been
utilized as a foundation for other theories including that of “Objective Self-awareness Theory” by Paul J. Silvia
& T. Shelley Duval. Another is “Self-Awareness and Causal Attribution: A Dual Systems Theory” by them as
well.
Focusing attention on oneself, according to the objective self-awareness theory, results in an instantaneous
comparison of oneself to standards. As a result, objective self-awareness is a stage of reflection and during that
we shift our focus to ourselves for social judgment/evaluation. This insight motivates us to examine our own
conduct in light of our own preferences, as we utilize social assessment to seek consistency and accuracy in our
perceptions and acts. However, self-evaluation dynamics may act independently, assuming that they occur
quickly and unintentionally in context.
Objective self-awareness; Self-focused attention, a key process that initiates the comparisons of oneself to
criteria, appears to be equally adaptable. This commences a comparison of self to standards, which is
challenging to prevent, regulate, or interrupt. The effects are often aware, such as self-critical thoughts,
unpleasant affect, and low self-esteem. As a result, the process can be induced by focusing attention to self-
outward with conscious self-images.
My regular existence and interactions. Everything that frustrates me about others might help me understand
myself better. I agree that the researchers and their theories cannot fully state that there is linear causation, but
they have grasped the concept, which has led to additional refining and discovery for all of us. Whether
professionally or otherwise. The practical ramifications of objective self-awareness are numerous. It aids
personal development by recognizing perceived flaws and features that may be improved. Those who are
extremely self-aware, on the other hand, may suffer from negative repercussions such as elevated stress levels.
Importance of self-awareness:
(1) Capacity to recognize these feelings in the heat of the moment this implies that you are able objectively
name the feeling you are experiencing at any particular time. (2) Recognizing your basic coping techniques,
including being able to discern how we become guarded and how we demonstrate it, has a significant influence.
(3) Capacity to separate your own views from those of others by defining your own opinions without being
affected by others. You may take a moment to reflect and ask yourself, are you being genuine to myself right
now?"
(4) Prioritizing what brings you joy and meaning although this seems obvious, many of us neglect to ask
ourselves: What gives me great joy, and how should I set priorities it in my life? It is not always simple to admit
to what makes you happy. (5) Include both our flaws and our virtues. We fail to appreciate the benefits because
we refuse to admit the negatives. (6) Understand when and how you can trust yourself, Recognize whether and
how trust yourself, knowing when you are able trust yourself, and afterwards growing this trust.
References:
 Silvia, P. J., & Duval, T. S. (2001, August). Objective Self-Awareness Theory: Recent Progress and
Enduring Problems. Personality and Social Psychology Review, 5(3), 230–241.
https://doi.org/10.1207/s15327957pspr0503_4
 Silvia, P. J., & Phillips, A. G. (2013, March). Self-awareness Without Awareness? Implicit Self-focused
Attention and Behavioral Self-regulation. Self and Identity, 12(2), 114–127.
https://doi.org/10.1080/15298868.2011.639550