University:
California State University, Northridge
Course:
PSY 105 | General Psychology
Academic year:

2022
Views:

378

Pages:

2
Author:

Jithin J. I.

SELF-PRESENTATION, EMOTIONS, AND SELF IN SPORT AND EXERCISE Self-Presentation in Sport and Exercise  Self-presentation involves using behavior to communicate information about oneself to others.  It includes the process of managing impressions and controlling how others perceive us.  Evidence suggests that self-presentational implications are shaped by awareness of sport stereotypes.  College students' impression motivation and impression construction can influence exercise behavior.  Understanding self-presentation is crucial in sport and exercise psychology. Models and Frameworks for Self-Presentation  Leary and Kowalski's two-component model impression construction). (impression motivation and  Howle et al.'s 2x2 framework of self-presentation motives in physical activity contexts.  Acquisitive (approach-oriented) and protective (avoidance-oriented) motives, combined with agentic (task-focused) and communal (interpersonal-focused) motives.  These models help categorize and understand self-presentational processes in physical activity settings. Self-Conscious Emotions Definition:  Self-conscious emotions evaluations of oneself. involve self-evaluative processes and thought  These emotions can be state-specific (in response to events) or based on proneness (likelihood to experience them). Relevance to Sport and Exercise:  Self-conscious emotions play a crucial role in sport and exercise experiences and behaviors.  They can be influenced by physical activity behaviors and, in turn, influence future behaviors. Specific Self-Conscious Emotions Relevant to the Physical Self:  Body-related shame, guilt, envy, and embarrassment are common emotions studied in sport and exercise settings.  Body-related pride is the only positively appraised self-conscious emotion linked to sport and exercise experiences.  Social physique anxiety, while not studied under this category, shares features with self-conscious emotions and is relevant in the context of physical selfevaluation. Understanding the Influence of Self-Conscious Emotions:  Self-conscious emotions related to appearance and performance can affect individuals' experiences in sport and exercise.  These emotions may shape motivation, self-esteem, and engagement in physical activities.  Social physique anxiety, in particular, is a common emotion that impacts individuals' participation in physical activities. Conclusion:  Self-presentation and self-conscious emotions are essential aspects of understanding behavior and experiences in sport and exercise contexts.  Examining how individuals present themselves and how emotions related to the physical self influence their actions can enhance interventions and programs in sport and exercise psychology.