Well there is always something to new to talk about in Depression Support Chat on Thursday at 9PM EST. I saw this article on self monitoring and thought it might open some eyes about how we monitor our behavior and words, or not.
Self-Monitoring | Encyclopedia of Psychology
Those who monitor themselves in a highly meticulous manner are considered high self-monitors. They tend to project a particular image of themselves in order to fit in or impress others. High self-monitors readily adjust their behavior to the situation at hand.
Low self-monitors, on the other hand, tend to regulate themselves according to their own internal beliefs and are typically less concerned with social context. They tend to project an image true to their inner selves rather than put on a facade. Low self-monitors tend to care little about adjusting their behavior to the social situation and keep the same beliefs and attitudes regardless of others’ opinions.
Those who do not self-monitor at all may come across as pushy, aggressive and uncompromising. This may cause others to be less receptive toward them and lead to feelings of anger, low self-worth, depression and isolation.
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