Discussion board answer needed to question
I’m studying for my Social Science class and need an explanation.
Folks~
In recent years, some researchers have proposed that narcissism (self-focus) levels are on the rise as evidenced by an increased sense of entitlement and unrealistic expectations in younger generation millennials (have you heard the term snowflakes?); and by an overall rise in individualism and materialism in our society.
The article entitled:“Is Self-Compassion the New & Improved Self-Esteem?” (Week 4 Required Resources) offers a new concept of self-esteem that follows Buddhist philosophy. This philosophy stands in direct contrast to the notion of eliminating all feelings of low self-esteem and setting perfectionistic or idealistic standards for oneself.
After reading Chapter 4 in your e-Text and the article above:
Please discuss this new concept of self-esteem and compare it to Nathaniel Brandon’s ideas about self-esteem based on self-efficacy and self-respect as described in Chapter 4 of your e-Text.
- “Is Self-Compassion the New & Improved Self-Esteem?” (Epoch Times Article): Link (Links to an external site.)
- “The Space Between Self-Esteem and Self Compassion”: (Kristin Neff Ted Talk):
- “The Power of Believing That You Can Improve” (Ted Talk by Carol Dweck): Link
