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What is narcissism?
Definition
  • excessive love or admiration of onself. Conceit
  • a psychological condition characterized by self-preoccupation, lack of empathy, and unconscious deficits of self-esteem
  • erotic pleasure derived from admiration of one's own body or self
  • attribute of human psyche characterized by self-admiration within normal limits
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    Is narcissism innate or learned?
    Definition
    Innate at birth, but thru normal development grow out of it
    Term
    Is gratitude universal to all cultures?
    Definition
    Yes, which suggests that it is innate to human behavior.
    Term
    What are the emotional tendencies identified by Lasch?
    Definition
    GF-Dumps-You Analogy
    1) Relationship Problems
    2) Depression
    3) Instant Gratification
    4) Fear of Mediocrity
    5) Idolization of Affluence
    Term
    What are the negative effects of entitlement?
    Definition
    - Environment (destruction, fighting over resources)
    - Fearing Mediocrity (boredom vs challenge)
    - Violence (ie Columbine)
    Term
    What are the long term benefits of practicing gratitude?
    Definition
    Meditating Monk w/ Ex-Girlfriend Analogy
    1) Deflection of jealousy
    2) Superior acceptance and serenity
    3) Reduction of Negativity
    4) Elevation of Self-Esteem
    Term
    How does the media portray sterotypes?
    Definition
    sensationalist reporting catering to popular bias and stereotypes
    Term
    How do child rearing practices affect a child's ability to cope with frustration?
    Definition
    child-centered rearing practices assist in developing narcissism
    -> causing low frustration level (bar)
    Term
    What are the disadvantages (downsides) of narcissism?
    Definition
    -skewed sense of self importance
    - hollow self esteem
    Term
    What is entitlement and does it create a delusion of privilege?
    Definition
    involves what we feel we deserve and how we deserve to be treated by others (and life); YES!
    Term
    What is altruism?
    Definition
    unselfish concern for the welfare of others
    Term
    Who was the American historian who made predictions about a culture of narcissism?
    Definition
    1979, Christopher Lasch
    Term
    What is the definition of diversity?
    Definition
    the recognition and celebration of differences
    Term
    What is the definition of empathy?
    Definition
    identification and understanding of another's situation, feelings, and motives
    Term
    5 Steps of Listening are...
    Definition
    RAPAR
    1) Reception
    2) Attention -> Intent
    3) Perception
    4) Assignment of Meaning
    5) Response
    Term
    Ways that empathetic listening affects interpersonal relationships
    Definition
    - clears up misunderstandings
    - reduces potential irratation
    - decreases prejudice
    - increases trust
    - decreases negative assumptions
    Term
    Def of Assertiveness
    Definition
    ability to honestly express your opinions, feelings, attitudes, and rights - w/o undue anxiety - in a way that doesn't infringe on the rights of others
    Term
    What is NLP?
    Definition
    Neuro-Linguistic Programming, a model of communication and personality
    - integration of func of mind (neuro) with func of language (linguistic), and the effect that this relationship has on customary behavior and expression (programming)
    Term
    What does NLP say about the 3 ways in which we communicate our messages?
    Definition
    1) 7% words (verbal)
    2) 38% tone (nonverbal)
    3) 55% body language!
    Term
    What are the sensory modalities or representation systems discussed in NLP?
    Definition
    Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, (+ internal dialogue, but this is supplementary)
    Term
    What is Social Competence?
    Definition
    possessing or using the ability to integrate thinking, feeling, and behavior to achieve tasks within the framework of society
    Term
    What is the difference between Assertiveness and Aggressiveness?
    Definition
    In aggression, you don't care about other ppl's feelings. In assertiveness, you are expressing your ideas/beliefs w/o stepping on ppl's toes
    Term
    How are culture and language interrelated?
    Definition
    different cultures interpret varying language communication methods differently
    Term
    What commonalities do we find in societies when it comes to social competence?
    Definition
    1) Establishing and maintaining positive social relationships
    2) Refraining from harming others
    3) Supporting peer groups, families, schools, workplaces, and communities
    4) Striving to enhance and protect health
    5) Abstaining from behaviors w/ serious personal or extended negative consequences
    Term
    What types of people are most effective in regards to social competence?
    Definition
    People who show...
    -independent learning
    -physical development
    -self-direction
    -personal accountability
    -economic-vocational activity
    -functional assessment
    Term
    What are the elements of Conveying a Message?
    Definition
    1) Fully understand your own msg.
    2) know your audience
    3) anticipate reactions
    4) guage & modify for circumstantial factors
    Term
    How are social identities influenced?
    Definition
    by one's inGroup members (also by Role, Demographic, Affiliation, Occupation, Stigma)
    Term
    How does anxiety play a part in communication skills?
    Definition
    high anxiety -> elevated uncertainty -> less motivation to communicate
    Term
    What does the term "vocalization" refer to?
    Definition
    usage of silence (in conversations)
    Term
    What is the Argument Culture and what does it mean to take a combative approach?
    Definition
    urging an advesarial stance on everything we encounter (opposition is necessary for any action)
    Term
    What is the Non-Defensive Model of behavior?
    Definition
    ppl choosing to absorb the situation, ask questions, make rational conclusions, and then craft a response
    Term
    What can management do to help "level the playing field" when it comes to group projects?
    Definition
    -understand and accomodate diff. communication styles
    -round table, everyone gets a say
    -authority figure expresses opinion last
    Term
    Is conflict a natural process with both positive and negative effects?
    Definition
    YES! Learn from conflicts to prevent them next time.
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