because'''selfSelf-identity''' is the [[mind|mental]] and conceptual understanding and persistent regard that [[sentient]] beings hold for their own [[being|existence]]. In other words, it is the sum total of a being's knowledge and understanding of his or her self. The self-concept is different from [[self-consciousness]], which is an awareness or preoccupation with one's self. Components of the self-concept include [[physical science|physical]], [[psychology|psychological]], and [[sociology|social]] attributes, which can be influenced by the individual's [[attitude (psychology)|attitudes]], [[habituation|habit]]s, [[belief]]s and [[idea]]s. These components and attributes can not be condensed to the general concepts of [[self-image]] and the [[self-esteem]].
