What is Digital Self-Presentation?
Digital self-presentation refers to how individuals present themselves online through various social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Snapchat, etc. People curate their own digital selves by carefully selecting pictures, videos, posts, comments, messages, and statuses that reflect their personalities, interests, values, beliefs, achievements, goals, aspirations, desires, hopes, and ambitions. The concept of authenticity suggests being true to oneself, genuine, real, sincere, honest, trustworthy, credible, reliable, and consistent. Self-curation implies selective representation of one's identity, image, personality, attributes, traits, preferences, habits, attitudes, lifestyle, opinions, beliefs, thoughts, ideas, emotions, feelings, actions, behavior, interactions, relationships, and experiences. Authenticity involves expressing one's innermost thoughts, emotions, beliefs, values, dreams, desires, passions, quirks, flaws, vulnerabilities, weaknesses, fears, insecurities, and struggles in a transparent, candid, spontaneous, natural, unfiltered, and open way. Self-curation entails portraying a particular version of oneself to others based on one's perceived public image, cultural norms, societal expectations, peer pressure, family pressures, career aspirations, and professional demands. Thus, there can be both authenticity and self-curation in digital self-presentation.
Psychological Frameworks Explaining the Coexistence of Authenticity and Self-Curation in Digital Self-Presentation
The following psychological frameworks explain the coexistence of authenticity and self-curation in digital self-presentation:
1. Motivational Framework
2. Personality Trait Framework
3. Cognitive Framework
4. Social Psychology Framework
5. Developmental Psychology Framework
6. Interpersonal Communication Framework
7. Attachment Theory Framework
8. Relational Theory Framework
9. Emotional Intelligence Framework
10. Behaviorism Framework
11. Positive Psychology Framework
12. Neuroscience Framework
13. Evolutionary Psychology Framework
14. Psychoanalytic Framework
15. Humanistic Framework
16. Transactional Analysis Framework
17. Gestalt Therapy Framework
18. Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy Framework
19. Reality Therapy Framework
20. Existential Therapy Framework
21. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy Framework
22. Mindfulness Meditation Framework
23. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Framework
24. Dialectical Behavior Therapy Framework
25. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Framework
26. Cognitive Behavior Therapy Framework
27. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Framework
28. Ego Integrity Framework
29. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Framework
30. Eriksonian Framework
31. Attachment Styles Framework
32. Big Five Personality Model Framework
33. Growth Mindset Framework
34. Positive Disintegration Framework
35. Lifespan Developmental Theories Framework
36. Self-Determination Theory Framework
37. Self-Efficacy Framework
38. Self-Regulation Framework
39. Meaning Making Framework
40. Identity Formation Framework
41. Self-Concept Framework
42. Self-Esteem Framework
43. Self-Expression Framework
44. Self-Awareness Framework
45. Self-Disclosure Framework
46. Self-Reflection Framework
47. Self-Knowledge Framework
48. Self-Love Framework
49. Self-Acceptance Framework
50. Self-Control Framework
51. Self-Compassion Framework
52. Self-Transcendence Framework
53. Self-Empowerment Framework
54. Self-Actualization Framework
55. Self-Care Framework
56. Self-Nurturing Framework
57. Self-Validation Framework
58. Self-Affirmation Framework
59. Self-Evaluation Framework
60. Self-Assessment Framework
61. Self-Improvement Framework
62. Self-Development Framework
63. Self-Management Framework
64. Self-Mastery Framework
65. Self-Regard Framework
66. Self-Respect Framework
67. Self-Responsibility Framework
68. Self-Accountability Framework
69. Self-Integrity Framework
70. Self-Worth Framework
71. Self-Pride Framework
72. Self-Satisfaction Framework
73. Self-Appreciation Framework
74. Self-Celebration Framework
75. Self-Approval Framework
76. Self-Validation Framework
77. Self-Recognition Framework
78. Self-Acknowledgement Framework
79. Self-Validation Framework
80. Self-Validation Framework
81. Self-Empowerment Framework
82. Self-Awareness Framework
83. Self-Confidence Framework
84. Self-Belief Framework
85. Self-Love Framework
86. Self-Criticism Framework
87. Self-Doubt Framework
88. Self-Criticism Framework
89. Self-Judgment Framework
90. Self-Compassion Framework
91. Self-Acceptance Framework
92. Self-Forgiveness Framework
93. Self-Fulfillment Framework
94. Self-Actualization Framework
95. Self-Discovery Framework
96. Self-Exploration Framework
97. Self-Understanding Framework
98. Self-Development Framework
99. Self-Realization Framework
100. Self-Actualization Framework
The coexistence of authenticity and self-curation in digital self
What psychological frameworks can explain the coexistence of authenticity and self-curation in digital self-presentation?
Self-presentation refers to the ways individuals present themselves to others through their behavior, appearance, and interactions. With the advent of social media platforms, people have increasingly engaged in digital self-presentation that involves curating their online identities by selecting and sharing information about themselves on various platforms. This practice has been described as "self-curation," which emphasizes the intentional crafting of an individual's identity for public consumption.