self awareness
self-awareness
I always thought self-awareness was something you were born with, but have since learned it is something that is taught and I had to learn how to be more self-aware.. You can be taught to be more aware of your own feelings and how they play out in your life. It is different from introspection, which is about examining yourself without any outside influence or distraction. Self-awareness has outside influences, it is very personal, but it allows you to see your feelings about yourself within certain situations.
I was unaware of how much I responded to my feelings about myself. I knew I had conflicting emotions all of the time, but did not know why, or that there were reasons for it. Now after learning about self-awareness through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I can see clearly what is happening with my brain and why, which helps me feel better.
People who are self-aware have a strong sense of identity. They understand how they have been influenced by their interactions with others and can separate from that influence to truly understand themselves as a person apart from others, which is healthy because it allows for self-compassion and respect. However, people who are not self-aware tend to struggle more because they do not understand themselves as separate from others, which means they can't distinguish where others end, and they begin. They tend to be more susceptible to outside influence and can't make decisions without considering how they think others will perceive the action.
When I am struggling with my emotions, or when I feel like my brain is doing something that does not make sense, or conflicting with how it has been behaving for the past few months, I can take a step back and say to myself, "I know this feels cloudy, but let me get through the fog so I can see what's going on." Then I think about why it is happening. Is it because one of my two selves has been activated? Is it because something from the past that happened where I was not self-aware is resurfacing? Is it because my brain is struggling with the present and how it is responding to certain things?
By learning about myself, I can better understand why certain feelings come up for me at specific times. I can see that there are reasons behind my actions and reactions, which helps me feel more in control of myself and my actions.
When I can recognize that an event has triggered a certain response in me, I can change how I respond by talking nicely to myself about what is happening, which changes the way my brain responds, which makes it easier for me not to get overwhelmed by my feelings.
The most common method to test self-awareness is to sit someone down in front of a mirror and watch them. What they do and say at that moment, if it is genuine or not, can help you to see their true, unfiltered colors. Most people will be able to talk and move in a normal manner. A few may laugh or smile widely at their reflection—something we've all done at some point. But, more often than not, they will look away and possibly even cover their face or turn the mirror around so they can't see themselves. At this moment, you have seen what truly lies beneath the surface for them—what their self-awareness is.
In most cases, a mirror is not required to see someone's self-awareness. We all have degrees of self-awareness in ourselves, as it is a part of being human. It can determine how successful we are in life and how happy our relationships will be. When someone is aware of themselves, it means they are self-possessed. They are aware of their strengths and weaknesses. At the same time, they are at peace with how they look and who they truly are. They know their limitations and accept them, but they work on either minimizing the negative or maximizing the positive.
Self-aware people know that they are not perfect and never will be, but at the same time, they don't let that hold them back. They focus on their positive qualities and work to improve the rest. In a sense, they can learn from their mistakes and experiences. They use them to shape who they are as a person without letting them dictate who they will become.
At the same time, self-aware people know what bothers them about themselves, but they don't allow it to get in their way of living life. If they're unhappy with something about themselves, then they'll do the inner work that is needed to change it. Because of this, even if what bothers them isn't fixed, at least they know they've tried and given it their all.
If someone is not self-aware, it can be a serious issue. A lack of self-awareness can lead to:
• Stress and anxiety
• Depression
• Behavioral issues, including violence
• Relationship problems
It's important to make sure children are taught about self-awareness at a young age. If not, they could become adults that are either stuck in their ways or feel they must put up a false front when around others.
Children and adults that need to be taught how to be self-aware gain any benefits doing so, including:
• Improved communication skills
• Higher level of confidence
• Happier relationships
• Greater ability to solve problems on one's own
Self-awareness is also important for personal growth. It allows people to move past their issues and focus on becoming a better version of themselves. It helps them handle unfortunate situations as they arise, rather than allowing them to hinder them for years.
How do you teach self-awareness?
'Self-awareness' is a particularly hard quality to teach. Rather, students of self-awareness need to encourage the spirit of self-awareness. They should help students to become more comfortable with themselves, their feelings, and how they are perceived by others. They should also be aware of the traits associated with self-awareness, such as empathy, perspective-taking, honesty, trustworthiness, helpfulness, gratitude, modesty, courage, perseverance, etc.
They should be taught to question themselves and their feelings, as well as how they act in certain situations. They need to be able to take a step back from their thoughts and feelings, to be able to analyze them.
One way to do this is by encouraging them to keep a journal. They can write down their feelings and thoughts throughout the day. This will help them to see patterns in themselves, which could help them work on becoming a better version of themselves.
Another way to teach self-awareness is by encouraging people to take a step back and watch how they interact with others. They need to pay attention to their facial expressions, tone of voice, and body language. This can help them figure out which behaviors are welcomed by other people, and which are not.
It's important for teachers to also model self-awareness in their own lives, so they can show students what it looks like. They need to be able to admit when they've made a mistake and why that was the case. This helps them learn that making mistakes shows that we're trying, and it's how we respond to those mistakes that defines who we are as people.
Another way for teachers to teach self-awareness is by encouraging students to be honest when it comes to their feelings and mistakes. For example, if a student falls over because they missed a step, the teacher shouldn't laugh or point out that mistake in front of others. Instead, they should soothe the student and let them know it was okay.
It's also important for teachers to let students know it's okay not to be perfect. It's impossible to be perfect, but people can keep trying and become better versions of themselves.
It's also important to have a strong support system in place. If you are struggling with misplaced feelings or behaviors, it's vital to have people around you who can help motivate and guide you.
'Self-awareness is the ability to reflect and gain an insight into your thought and behavior patterns. This provides you with a greater understanding of yourself and your reactions or interactions with others, which then allows you to adjust accordingly.'
Remember, self-awareness is the key to happiness and success
