First entry Self presentation
Self presentation is “the image of myself which I try to create in my own mind that I may love myself is very different from the image which I try to create in the minds of others in order that they may love me.” (Stewart, P. 215) I always find self presentation challenging because it’s important to recognize when and how to act in certain situations and around certain people. As much as this may appear to be an easy task, I believe that interactions with others are always hard. For example, I am always the same person, but while I am around my boss, neighbors and friends I am required to act differently and appropriately in each situation and with each person I am interacting with. While presenting myself to others, I am trying to get their sympathy, approval, respect, and friendship. I believe that the best way to present myself properly is to dress well, smile, maintain good eye contact, and practice nice manners. I have an image of who I am and who I would like to become, and I am also trying to make others see me and understand me. Self- preservation is part of my life and I am trying to be true to myself, however it’s not always easy to stay true to myself and also create the impression I want to create in order to succeed in my personal and professional life. Often I make mistakes while interacting with others, but I am trying to learn how to follow all the rules of society and still be the person who I like to be.
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Second entry failure to express yourself
I have a hard time expressing my feelings, especially about what really matters to me, like troubles at work, and difficult relationships with my mother and my boyfriend. Not only do I feel afraid that I will do more damage than good, I also worry about showing my true emotions and feelings. “Failure to express yourself keeps you out of the...
