What does Buddhism say about the "self"?

Looking at the [Noble Eightfold Path](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Noble_Eightfold_Path) led me to the [non-self](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anatt%C4%81) : > that no unchanging, permanent self or essence can be found in any phenomenon. But while I agree that _in the grand scheme of things_ there is no unchanging permanent self in anything, there is however a _temporary self_. Things come and go, and in between they create a self, even though that may be a delusion, it is still created. What does Buddhism have to say about that sort of direction of thinking? I understand the goal is to think about and realize the non-self, but I also think it is important in the game of reality to be aware of the fact that there are temporary constructs which engage and interact with each other.