PERCEIVING THE

SELF
PRESENTED BY -

Janvi Rajput
Shreya Garg
What Is Self Perception?
Self-Perception is the view we have about
ourselves, our characteristics, and the
judgments we make about the traits we
have. Self-perception includes our self-
concept and our self-esteem . Self-
perspective and self-perception are one
and the same thing . A person's image of
themselves, including their physical,
mental, or social attributes is what makes
up self-perception.
 Self-perception theory says that,
'When people are unsure about their
feelings and motivations, they will
use their own behavior to infer what

SELF
they feel.'
This mainly happens when we are
unclear about our feelings toward

PERCEPTION something, and then go on to

attribute our attitude or belief to

THEORY
some realization around our
behavior. It is very much the
same way we would infer another
individual's attitudes and
personalities by observing their
behavior.
Using this logic, people conclude
their emotions by observing what
they do and how they act.
 Various theories and researches have
identified that the whole process of self-
perception is majorly guided by five
different parts which are -

01 02 03 04 05
Self Image : It refers to how Self-esteem : How much Ideal self : What you wish Social identity : The part of Self Efficacy : refers to an
you see yourself at this you value yourself . Self to be . This person has the the self that is determined by individual's belief in his or her

moment in time. Attributes
like physical
characteristics, personality
traits, and social roles all
play a role in your self-
image.
esteem can be affected by attributes or qualities you capacity to execute behaviors
members in social groups .
necessary to produce specific
a number of factors are either working toward Social identities are most
performance attainments. It
including how others see or want to possess. It's who influential when individuals
reflects confidence in the ability
you, how you think you you envision yourself to be consider membership in a
to exert control over one's own
compare to others, and if you were exactly as you particular group and they feel motivation, behavior, and social
your role in society. wanted . strong emotional ties to the environment.
group.
IMPORTANCE OF SELF PERCEPTION
Our self-perception is important because it affects our
motivations, attitudes, and behaviors. It also affects how we feel
about the person we think we are, including whether we are
competent or have self-worth.
Self-concept tends to be more malleable when we're younger
and still going through self-discovery and identity formation. As
we age and learn who we are and what's important to us, these
self-perceptions become much more detailed and organized.
Our self perception impacts how we respond to life, so a well-
developed self-perception helps us respond in ways that are
more positive and beneficial for us. One of the ways it does this is
by enabling us to recognize our worth. A well-developed self-
perception also helps keep us from internalizing negative
feedback from others.
SOME OTHER FACTORS AFFECTING
SELF PERCEPTION
Our self-concept is the overall idea of who we think we are. It is
developed through our interactions with others and through social
comparison that allows us to compare our beliefs and behaviors to
others.
It is based on the evaluations and judgments we make about various
characteristics of our self-concept. It is developed through an
assessment and evaluation of our various skills and abilities.
Social comparison affect our self perception and and self-esteem
because through comparison with others and comparison of our
actual, ideal, and ought selves we make judgments about who we
are and our self-worth.
Socializing forces like family, culture, and media affect our self-
perception because they give us feedback on who we are. This
feedback can be evaluated positively or negatively and can lead to
positive or negative patterns that influence our self-perception .
 Negative self-perception can lead to a twisted self-image,
especially in people who compare themselves to others based on
their appearance, body weight, skin, and hair.
This is a prevalent cause in young women because they are
excessively preoccupied with how they look to others and how

Outcomes
others perceive them.
Individuals who create unfavorable perceptions about themselves
avoid accepting the reality about themselves and instead become

of Negative
highly uncomfortable with how they appear. Disgusted with their
appearance and unhappy with themselves, they will go to any
extent, even to extremes, to comply with the existing high beauty

Self
standards and appearance.
Failures have led to distorted self-image in some circumstances.
This is because some people do not acknowledge failure. They feel

Perception ashamed, embarrassed, and painful, and they start to question

their capability to succeed.
Furthermore, this becomes more problematic when people
compare themselves to others who have achieved while they have
not. As a result, they attempt to build low self-esteem, which leads
to a negative self-image.
For example, you may think you’re confident, but others may see
you as arrogant. You may think you are shy but others see you as
aloof.
Coping up with negative Self Perception -
1. Spot troubling conditions or situations
Again, think about the conditions or situations that seem to deflate your self-
esteem. Then pay attention to your thoughts about them.
2. Step back from your thoughts
The goal is to take a step back from automatic thoughts and beliefs and observe
them. Instead of trying to change your thoughts, distance yourself from them.
Realize that they are nothing more than words.
3. Accept your thoughts
Instead of resisting or being overwhelmed by negative thoughts or feelings, accept
them. You don't have to like them. Just allow yourself to feel them.
Negative thoughts don't need to be controlled, changed or acted upon. Aim to
lessen their power on your behavior.

In addition to these suggestions, remember that you're worth special care.

Be sure to:
Take care of yourself. Follow good health guidelines. Try to exercise at least 30
minutes a day most days of the week. Eat lots of fruits and vegetables. Limit sweets,
junk food and saturated fats. Do things you enjoy. Start by making a list of things
you like to do. Try to do something from that list every day.
Spend time with people who make you happy. Don't waste time on people who don't
treat you well.
 The only thing that
matters in life is your
own opinion about
yourself, So Think
Positive act positive
and Stay Happy !!!