Cultivating self-confidence - a resource for developing European identity

In the context of globalization and cultural diversity, European identity is built upon a complex psychosocial foundation, where self-confidence plays a central role. This is not merely an individual trait, but a collective resource that influences social cohesion, civic participation, and adaptability to change. Through the lens of social psychology, this paper explores the relationship between self-perception and personal value; the representational system (mental images of oneself and one's in-group) and the sense of belonging to a shared cultural space - that of European identity. The article analyzes the link between self-perception and European identity; the representational system and stereotypes; European values as psychosocial resources; civic participation and social cohesion.