The self is an evolving composite of self-awareness, self-concept, and self-esteem.

Self-esteem is the value we assign ourselves.

Gender is the most profound outside force that shapes one’s sense of self.

A dismissive attachment style is characterized by viewing relationships as relatively unimportant.

A mask is a private self designed to strategically veil the public self.

To maintain face, your behavior and communication must complement your public self.

Embarrassment is defined as the loss of one’s mask.

The blind area of the Johari Window includes parts of yourself that you are aware of that you hide from others.

Self-disclosure means revealing private information about yourself to others.

In general, men disclose more than women.

Sharing thoughts and feelings with another person automatically creates an intimate relationship with them.

It is not possible to keep information disclosed online private or secret.

In an intimate relationship, it is appropriate to expect the other person to share all of their secrets with you.

It is better to proceed slowly when sharing very personal or deep-seated values or emotions with another person.