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Who Am I?: An Introduction To Self-Awareness

The document discusses self-awareness, including what it means, why it matters, and ways to cultivate it. It introduces the Johari window activity to help people minimize their blind spots and expand self-knowledge. Developing self-awareness through mindfulness, journaling, listening skills, and seeking feedback from others can provide a fuller understanding of oneself. The goal is to continually learn who we are through introspection and exploring our unique qualities.

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Who Am I?: An Introduction To Self-Awareness

The document discusses self-awareness, including what it means, why it matters, and ways to cultivate it. It introduces the Johari window activity to help people minimize their blind spots and expand self-knowledge. Developing self-awareness through mindfulness, journaling, listening skills, and seeking feedback from others can provide a fuller understanding of oneself. The goal is to continually learn who we are through introspection and exploring our unique qualities.

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Who am I?

AN INTRODUCTION TO SELF-AWARENESS
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

Activity: Johari Window


Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

Activity: Johari Window

Time Frame: 30 minutes


Objectives:
 The primary goal in this activity is to minimize our
blind spot, the portion of ourselves that others know
and we don’t. We should also expand our arena, the
area that both we and our peers know about us.
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

: Johari Window
Activity
Instructions:
 Go to https://kevan.org/johari and follow the steps
indicated. ☺
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

Activity: Johari Window

Process Questions:
 Do you notice anything you have missed about
yourself?
 Has your arena increased in size?
 How does the activity help you in knowing yourself?
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

What is self-awareness for you?


Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

 Simply put, self-awareness is an awareness of the


self, with the self-being what makes one’s identity
unique. These unique components include thoughts,
experiences, and abilities.
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

What makes you unique?


Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

Does self-awareness matter?


Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

 The ability to monitor our emotions and thoughts


from moment to moment is key to understanding
ourselves better, being at peace with who we are
and proactively managing our thoughts,
emotions, and behaviors.
 In addition, self-aware people tend to act
consciously (rather than react passively), and tend
to be in good psychological health and to have a
positive outlook on life. They also have a greater
depth of life experience and are more likely to
be more compassionate.
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

Why is it hard to be self-aware?


Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

 The most obvious answer is that most of the time we


are simply “not there” to observe ourselves. In
other words, we are not there to pay attention to
what’s going on inside or around us.
 We also tend to believe narratives that support our
already existing sense of self.
 Lack of the willingness to seek feedback could also
work against us if we want to have a more holistic
view of ourselves through the eyes of others.
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

What are the ways to cultivate our self-awareness?


Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

1. Create some space for yourself.


 When you are in a dark room without windows, it is
fairly difficult to see things clearly.
 The space you create for yourself is that crack on
the wall where you allow light to come through.
 Leave yourself some time and space every day –
perhaps first thing in the morning or half an hour
before sleep when you stay away from the digital
distractions and spend some time with yourself,
reading, writing, meditating, and connecting with
yourself.
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

2. Practice Mindfulness
 Mindfulness is the key to self-awareness. Jon
Kabat-Zinn defines mindfulness as “paying
attention in a particular way, on purpose, in the
present moment, non-judgmentally.”
 It is not about sitting cross-legged or suppressing
your thoughts. It is about paying attention to your
inner state as they arise. You can practice
mindfulness at any time you want, through mindful
listening, mindful eating or walking.
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

3. Keep a journal.
 Writing not only helps us process our thoughts but
also makes us feel connected and at peace with
ourselves.
 Research shows that writing down things we are
grateful for or even things we are struggling with helps
increase happiness and satisfaction
 Try this at home –choose a half day on a weekend, pay
close attention to your inner world – what you are
feeling, what you are saying to yourself, and make a
note of what you observe every hour. You may be
surprised about what you write down!
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

4. Practice being a good listener.


 Listening is not the same as hearing.
 Listening is about being present and paying
attention to other people’s emotions, body
movement, and language.
 It is about showing empathy and understanding
without constantly evaluating or judging. When you
become a good listener, you will also be better at
listening to your own inner voice and become the
best friend of yourself.
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

5. Gain different perspectives.


 Ask for feedback.
 Sometimes we can be too afraid to ask what others
think of us – yes sometimes the feedback may be
biased or even dishonest but you will be able to
differentiate them from real, genuine and balanced
feedback as you learn more about yourself and
others.
 We all have blind spots, so it is helpful to gain a
different perspective to see a fuller picture of
ourselves.
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

“As human beings, we may never fully understand


ourselves, if there is such a destination. But perhaps
it is the journey of exploring, understanding and
becoming ourselves that makes life worth living.”
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

Now that you already have a glimpse of what self-


awareness is all about. It is best to ask yourself –
Who am I?
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness
Who am I?: An Introduction to Self-Awareness

References:
 [PositivePsychology]. (2017, February 1). What is
Self-Awareness and Why is it Important?
[+5 Ways to Increase It]. Retrieved from:
https://positivepsychology.com/self-awareness-
matters-how-you-can-be-more-self-aware/
 Mulder, P. (2017). Johari Window Model.
Retrieved from :
https://www.toolshero.com/communication-
skills/johari-window-model/

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