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How does socialization affect our self-esteem and confidence?

Gael Kubis

When we join a social network, we start to interact with other people. This is called socialization. Socialization affects our self-esteem and confidence in several ways.

First of all, when we socialize with other people, we can receive positive feedback and comments. These can make us feel good about ourselves and our abilities. For example, if we post a picture or a video and people comment with kind words, we feel more confident and happy. On the other hand, if people criticize us or make negative comments, that can make us feel bad about ourselves and our self-esteem can be hurt.

Secondly, when we socialize with others, we can compare ourselves to them. This can have a positive or a negative effect on our self-esteem. For example, if we see that someone we admire or respect has a certain skill or talent, we may feel motivated to improve our own skills. But if we see that someone always posts perfect pictures and we feel like our own pictures aren't as good, we may feel insecure and less confident.

Finally, socialization can also affect our self-esteem by the way we communicate with others. If we are confident and polite in our interactions, we may receive positive responses and make new friends. This can boost our self-esteem and make us feel good about ourselves. However, if we are rude, mean, or sarcastic, other people may not want to interact with us and we may end up feeling rejected and hurt.

In conclusion, socialization can have a significant impact on our self-esteem and confidence. It's important to be aware of the way we interact with others and how it can affect our feelings. By being kind, respectful, and positive, we can create a happier and more confident social environment for ourselves and those around us.