What is self-monitoring
Self-monitoring is a personality trait that involves the ability to monitor and regulate self-presentations, emotions, and behaviors in response to social environments and situations.
- It involves being aware of your behavior and the impact it has on your environment. It also refers to your ability to modify your behaviors in response to environmental, situational, or social variables.
- People who are high in self-monitoring are more likely to change their behavior in order to adapt or conform to the situation.
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