Self

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Self

Self (/sɛlf/), from the Old English sylf, is a term used in various branches of psychology and philosophy. It refers to the individual person as the object of his or her own reflective consciousness.

Etymology

The term "self" comes from the Old English sylf, which means "one's own person."

Definition

In psychology, the self is the individual person as the object of his or her own reflective consciousness. This reference is necessarily subjective, thus self is a reference by a subject to the same subject. The sense of having a self—or self-hood—should, however, not be confused with subjectivity itself.

In philosophy, the concept of self entails the abstract entity that persists through time and is the agent responsible for actions and experiences.

Related Terms

  • Self-awareness: The capacity for introspection and the ability to recognize oneself as an individual separate from the environment and other individuals.
  • Self-esteem: Reflects a person's overall subjective emotional evaluation of his or her own worth.
  • Self-concept: The individual's belief about oneself, including the person's attributes and who and what the self is.
  • Self-efficacy: The extent or strength of one's belief in one's own ability to complete tasks and reach goals.
  • Self-identity: The recognition of one's potential and qualities as an individual, especially in relation to social context.

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