The paper deals with the scientific analysis in the sphere of social and pedagogical education and with the professional self-development of future teachers. In the paper the structure of the professional development that introduces the interconnection of the four members is presented: self-identification, self-esteem, self-determination,…

A key characteristic of a learner-centered educational process is its realization as a subject-to-subject interaction between participants. At present, a view that the goal of the pedagogical process is to create conditions for the development of a creative and moral personality, independent in cognitive and practical activities, free to choose a…

Increased technology, integration of the global economy, and the shift from investing in long-term employees to hiring temporary contract workers have spawned pervasive employment insecurity. This trend has led to a growing industry of career and marketing professionals, who have found a career niche in helping job seekers create personal brands…

The aim of this work is to investigate whether literature has effect on the personality development of individuals or not. This works aims to provide answers to the following research questions: "Does literature have effect on individuals' general harmony level, their social cohesion levels, personal harmony level, self-actualization level,…

Swami Vivekananda, the great Indian legend who is known as mystic, philosopher, educationist and Yogic saint. He is recognised for his contribution in spreading the philosophy of Vedanta and Yoga to the Western world. He has made India proud when he gave his speech in 'Parliament of Religion' in Chicago USA in 1893. He has a firm belief that the…

Conceptual and empirical evidence generally tends to support the assumption that self-actualization is related to moral maturity, in particular to transitional or post-conventional moral reasoning. Because the evidence is largely correlational, the precise nature of the relationship has yet to be clearly determined. (RM)

Participants (N=20) experienced a seven-session program of self-awareness training during which their skin potential responses were recorded. They were divided into experimental and control groups, with only the experimental group receiving feedback on their skin potential readings. Results indicated both groups showed positive changes in…

It has been suggested that outdoor recreation involving wilderness use can contribute to the development of self-actualization in an individual. Users and nonusers of wilderness were surveyed to observe which were more self-actualized. Results are discussed. (Author/DF)

Considers a neo-Piagetian address to the processes of personality and its implications for counseling or psychotherapy. Although the neo-Piagetian framework is different, its metaphors and premises may make it the better equipped to deal with the issues central to those psychologies most influential to the counseling enterprise. (Author)

Reviews and comments upon articles by Jane Loevinger and Robert Kegan devoted to self and ego. A spiral-process model of self-conception is offered as an elaboration of the processes that might be involved in equilibration. The clarifying purpose of theory should not be forgotten. A phenomenological perspective is presented. (Author/BEF)

Books can help children develop a positive self-image and feelings of self-confidence. To aid in the development of a child's shades of self (personal, social, and ideal), a list of books is offered. (DF)

Outdoor pursuits can facilitate major psychological and philosophical change in participants, and can act as a catalyst for self-actualization. Participants are temporarily relieved from all but the basic needs in life, allowing efforts to be concentrated on intense, meaningful, personal experience. (KS)

The implications of silence are far reaching in human communication, affecting intrapersonal, interpersonal, small group, and mass communication events. Understanding the role of silence in self-insight and the development of self is crucial for student affairs professionals desiring to facilitate student development. (MLW)

Studied 46 alcoholics one year upon discharge from a residential treatment program based on transactional analysis. Results showed 25 were abstinent and the other 21 were not drinking heavily. Analysis suggested that the abstinent persons had somewhat higher self-esteem and were slightly freer in expression of feelings. (JAC)