The iSelf (Part 1): Understanding the self in the cyber world

Chia (2013) explores the concept of the “iSelf” as an emerging form of identity shaped by digital environments and cyberculture. The article examines how online spaces influence self-perception, self-presentation, and interpersonal relationships, highlighting the fluid, curated, and often fragmented nature of identity in the cyber world. By analyzing the psychological and social dimensions of digital engagement, the author discusses how technology reshapes notions of authenticity, embodiment, and personal narrative. The piece invites readers to reflect critically on how virtual interactions both expand and complicate traditional understandings of the self in contemporary society.