positive self-image
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The researchers hypothesized that one reason for willful ignorance might be that some people behave altruistically because they want to maintain a positive self-image of being an altruistic person.
From Science Daily • Oct. 19, 2023
The grandiose narcissist is competitive, dominant, and has an inflated positive self-image regarding their own skills, abilities, and attributes.
From Salon • Oct. 25, 2021
Second, the beliefs an individual uses to deal with negative self-feelings must be consistent with already-held beliefs and values and with the need to sustain a positive self-image and a stable sense of identity.
From Slate • Feb. 26, 2018
Fascinating article from which I learned a lot about the importance of a positive self-image.
From New York Times • Feb. 14, 2018
He did this to allay guilt that was burdening his positive self-image and so that he might restrain himself from a touch that could cause him to lose his prey so soon.
From Tokyo to Tijuana: Gabriele Departing America by Sills, Steven (Steven David Justin)
