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Self-disclosure (guidelines for appropriate self-disclosure. (Is the other…
Self-disclosure
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Theories
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Johari window,
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can be applied to a variety of interpersonal interactions in order to help us understand what parts of ourselves are open, hidden, blind, and unknown.
- open information that is known to us and to others. The amount of information that is openly known to others varies based on relational context.
- hidden information that is known to us but not to others.
- blind pane: information that is known to others but not to us. Engaging in perception checking and soliciting feedback from others can help us learn more about our blind area.
- unknown area, as it contains information not known to ourselves or others. have to get out of our comfort zones and try new things.
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When self-disclosure works out well, it can have positive effects for interpersonal relationships.
Conversely, self-disclosure that does not work out well can lead to embarrassment, lower self-esteem, and relationship deterioration or even termination.
Self-disclosure is purposeful disclosure of significant personal information that wouldn’t normally be known by others.
Superficial self-disclosure, often in the form of “small talk,” is key in initiating relationships that then move onto more personal levels of self-disclosure.
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ex: If I purposefully wear a T-shirt with the name of one of my favorite bands, then this clothing choice constitutes self-disclosure.
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ex: “I’m really confused about something I did last night. If I tell you, maybe I can figure out why I did it.
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ex: When you are with close friends, there is probably a lot of information already in the open pane
If the person reacts favorably to our disclosures and reciprocates disclosure, then the cycle of disclosure continues and a deeper relationship may be forged.
ex: For example, we may be unaware of the fact that others see us as pushy or as a leader.
ex: hidden talents, exploring the world, learning other perspectives.
I think self disclosure plays a crucial role in relationships because it really makes me feel closer to someone else if they tell me more about themselves. For example, if someone I just know for weeks tell me about her story in the past or maybe about her relationships, if that is a appropriate disclosure then I will feel happy about it. That is because I feel trusted and feel like the person what to have a closer relationship with me.
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