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Unit 1 Personality

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Describe Personality Task 2: Improve Personality Task 3: Personality and Job Task 4: Personality and HealthTask 1:

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In-Class Reading

The Misery of Shyness

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Work in groups to answer the following questions. What do you think are the reasons for shyness?

Sample

Many factors contribute to shyness. Some examples are low self-esteem, lack of selfconfidence, limited social activities, and lack of education. Some people, I think, are born shy. It’s a trait inherited from their parents.

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Would you please list some ways mentioned in the text to overcome shyness?Sample

Firstly we should remember that nobody can be perfect. We should recognize our personal strengths and weaknesses. Secondly we should set reasonable goals. Thirdly we should accept criticism thoughtfully. The most important thing is study hard and read widely to enrich our knowledge, try to make more friends, and encourage ourselves to get involved in more activities in school. In this way we’ll become popular and not shy any more.

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The Misery of Shynessby Betty Sobel and Lorraine C. Smith

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Shyness is the cause of much unhappiness for a great many people. All kinds of people describe themselves as shy: short, tall, dull, intelligent, young, old, slim, overweight. Shy people are anxious and self-conscious; that is, they are excessively concerned with their own appearance and actions. Worrisome thoughts are constantly swirling in their minds: What kind of impression am I making? Do they like me? Do I sound stupid? I’m ugly. I’m wearing unattractive clothes.

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2 It is obvious that such uncomfortable feelings must affect people adversely. A person’s self-concept is reflected in the way he or she behaves, and the way a person behaves affects other people’s reactions. In general, the way people think about themselves has a profound effect on all areas of their lives. For instance, people who have a positive sense of self-worth or high self-esteem usually act with confidence. Because they have self-assurance1, they do not need constant praise and encouragement from others to feel good about themselves. Self-confident people participate in life enthusiastically and spontaneously. They are not affected by what others think they ―should‖ do. People with high self-esteem are not hurt by criticism; they do not regard criticism as a personal attack. Instead, they view a criticism as a suggestion for improvement.

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3 In contrast, shy people, having low self-esteem, are likely to be passive and easily influenced by others. They need reassurance that they are doing ―the right thing.‖ Shy people are very sensitive2 to criticism; they feel it confirms their inferiority. They also find it difficult to be pleased by compliments because they believe they are unworthy of praise. A shy person may respond to a compliment with a statement like this one: ―You’re just saying that to make me feel good. I know it’s not true.‖ It is

clear that, while3 self-awareness is a healthy quality, overdoing it is detrimental, or harmful.

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4 Can shyness be completely eliminated, or at least reduced? Fortunately, people can overcome shyness with determined and patient effort in building self-confidence. Since shyness goes hand in hand with lack of self-esteem, it is important for people to accept their weaknesses as well as their strengths. For example, most people would like to be ―A‖ students in every subject. It is not fair for them to label themselves as inferior because they have difficulty in some areas. People’s expectations of themselves must be realistic. Dwelling on the impossible leads to a sense of inadequacy, and even feelings of envy, or jealousy. We are selfdestructive when we envy a student who gets better grades.

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5 If you are shy, here are some specific helpful steps toward building self-confidence and overcoming shyness: 6 1. Recognize your personal strengths and weaknesses. Everyone has both. As selfacceptance grows, shyness naturally diminishes. 7 2. Set reasonable goals. For example, you may be timid about being with a group of strangers at a party. Don’t feel that you must converse with everyone. Concentrate on talking to only one or two people. You will feel more comfortable.

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8 3. Guilt and shame are destructive feelings. Don’t waste time and energy on them. Suppose you have hurt someone’s feelings. Feeling ashamed accomplishes nothing. Instead, accept the fact that you have made a mistake, and make up your mind to be more sensitive2 in the future. 9 4. There are numerous approaches to all issues. Few opinions are completely right or wrong. Don’t be afraid to speak up and give your point of view.

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10 5. Do not make negative comments about yourself. This is a form of self-rejection. Avoid describing yourself as stupid, ugly, a failure. Accent the positive. 11 6. Accept criticism thoughtfully. Do not interpret it as a personal attack. If, for example, a friend complains about your cooking, accept it as a comment on your cooking, not yourself. Be assured that you are still good friends, but perhaps your cooking could improve.

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