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Which concept emphasizes the process of natural selection and survival of the fittest?
Which concept emphasizes the process of natural selection and survival of the fittest?
Socialism is a system based on metaphysical and theological foundations.
Socialism is a system based on metaphysical and theological foundations.
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What does the 'I' represent in Carl Rogers’s theory?
What does the 'I' represent in Carl Rogers’s theory?
Indeterminism states that our actions are predictable based on prior events.
Indeterminism states that our actions are predictable based on prior events.
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What is meant by 'Survival of the Fittest'?
What is meant by 'Survival of the Fittest'?
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According to the hierarchy of science, __________ is at the base.
According to the hierarchy of science, __________ is at the base.
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What does happiness represent according to the content provided?
What does happiness represent according to the content provided?
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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The _____ self includes the psychological and subjective reflections about oneself.
The _____ self includes the psychological and subjective reflections about oneself.
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What social aim does Herbert Spencer advocate?
What social aim does Herbert Spencer advocate?
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Match the following theorists with their contributions:
Match the following theorists with their contributions:
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Which statement best describes 'attitudinal change' as per William James?
Which statement best describes 'attitudinal change' as per William James?
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Auguste Comte was influenced by the 'Society of Science' concept.
Auguste Comte was influenced by the 'Society of Science' concept.
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The __________ Revolution significantly influenced the social ideas of Herbert Spencer.
The __________ Revolution significantly influenced the social ideas of Herbert Spencer.
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The 'pure ego' represents fragmented thoughts and lack of continuity in consciousness.
The 'pure ego' represents fragmented thoughts and lack of continuity in consciousness.
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Name the component of self that is nonreflective and impulsive.
Name the component of self that is nonreflective and impulsive.
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What does the term 'self-schema' refer to?
What does the term 'self-schema' refer to?
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The 'categorical self' is subjective in nature and aligns with the 'I'.
The 'categorical self' is subjective in nature and aligns with the 'I'.
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What is 'unconditional positive regard' (UPR)?
What is 'unconditional positive regard' (UPR)?
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The __________ self reflects who you aspire to be, shaped by personal desires.
The __________ self reflects who you aspire to be, shaped by personal desires.
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Match the following components of self-concept with their definitions:
Match the following components of self-concept with their definitions:
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Which of the following best describes 'identity'?
Which of the following best describes 'identity'?
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Explain the significance of congruence in self-concept.
Explain the significance of congruence in self-concept.
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The self-concept is a fixed structure that does not change over time.
The self-concept is a fixed structure that does not change over time.
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What does congruence refer to in the context of self-awareness?
What does congruence refer to in the context of self-awareness?
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Self-actualization is considered the lowest stage in Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
Self-actualization is considered the lowest stage in Maslow's hierarchy of needs.
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What is the focus of the 'Private Self'?
What is the focus of the 'Private Self'?
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_____ comparison involves comparing ourselves to those worse off, which can boost self-esteem.
_____ comparison involves comparing ourselves to those worse off, which can boost self-esteem.
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Which type of self involves focusing on how you present yourself to others?
Which type of self involves focusing on how you present yourself to others?
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Upward comparison generally leads to an increase in self-esteem.
Upward comparison generally leads to an increase in self-esteem.
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What is the primary emotional outcome of incongruence between the different selves?
What is the primary emotional outcome of incongruence between the different selves?
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Which of the following best describes the Western perspective on individuality?
Which of the following best describes the Western perspective on individuality?
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Eastern thought prioritizes individual desires over group consensus.
Eastern thought prioritizes individual desires over group consensus.
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In literature, how are heroes and villains portrayed differently across cultures?
In literature, how are heroes and villains portrayed differently across cultures?
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Western art often celebrates __________, while Eastern art focuses on harmony with nature.
Western art often celebrates __________, while Eastern art focuses on harmony with nature.
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Match the cultural regions with their primary values regarding the self:
Match the cultural regions with their primary values regarding the self:
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How do Western and Eastern thoughts differ in terms of decision-making?
How do Western and Eastern thoughts differ in terms of decision-making?
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Social dynamics in the West often involve rigid hierarchies and deference to authority.
Social dynamics in the West often involve rigid hierarchies and deference to authority.
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In Eastern thought, decision-making often prioritizes __________ and group harmony.
In Eastern thought, decision-making often prioritizes __________ and group harmony.
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Which of the following is a characteristic of Eastern (Collectivist) cultures?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Eastern (Collectivist) cultures?
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Individuals in Western cultures tend to describe themselves by focusing on their social roles rather than personal traits.
Individuals in Western cultures tend to describe themselves by focusing on their social roles rather than personal traits.
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What concept emphasizes the importance of interconnected relationships in Eastern cultures?
What concept emphasizes the importance of interconnected relationships in Eastern cultures?
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In Western cultures, self-evaluations often highlight personal __________ and accomplishments.
In Western cultures, self-evaluations often highlight personal __________ and accomplishments.
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Match the cultural characteristics to their respective cultures:
Match the cultural characteristics to their respective cultures:
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What behavior is common in Eastern cultures regarding authority figures?
What behavior is common in Eastern cultures regarding authority figures?
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Self-description in Eastern cultures often reflects personal traits and qualities.
Self-description in Eastern cultures often reflects personal traits and qualities.
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Which mindset encourages independence and assertiveness in Western cultures?
Which mindset encourages independence and assertiveness in Western cultures?
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Study Notes
Philosophy Introduction
- Philosophy is a mental training guide that teaches clear, analytical, and powerful thought processes.
- Studying philosophy deeply and reflectively changes individuals by promoting thoughtfulness, open-mindedness, and awareness of complex life situations.
- It helps people make better choices and reach their full potential.
What is Philosophy?
- It is the study of acquiring knowledge through rational thinking and inquiry into the nature and existence of humanity and the world.
- Philosophy acts as the foundational basis for most other academic disciplines.
What is the Self?
- The self is a unified being connected to consciousness, awareness, and agency or the faculty of rational choice.
- Self-concept is how one views oneself.
- Self-identity is how one presents/projects oneself which is shaped by social interactions.
Socrates
- Emphasized the importance of "knowing oneself".
- Died as a martyr advocating against ignorance and narrow-mindedness.
- Believed that acknowledging ignorance is the first step toward knowledge acquisition.
- Knowledge is a virtue, ignorance is a depravity.
Plato
- Developed the Academy, a place of learning and knowledge sharing.
- Emphasized the importance of 'self-knowledge'.
- Believed a correct/moral/ethical person isn't swayed by vices, and will seek truth/wisdom.
- Plato articulated three aspects of the soul: (1) appetitive - physical desires. (2) spirited - courageous, competitive. (3) rational - driven by reason, thought and planning.
St. Augustine
- Believed that a close relationship with God enhances all aspects of life.
- Self-understanding is essential in relation to God.
- Stressed that human experience and perception, even if subject to limitations of error or doubt, can still offer access to valuable truth.
René Descartes
- Considered the father of modern philosophy.
- Emphasized doubt about existence as proof of the individual's existence.
- Introduced the concept “Cogito ergo sum" -I think, therefore I am.
- Differentiated between mind (thinking) and body (extension).
John Locke
- English philosopher and physician.
- Argued that human beings are born without innate knowledge.
- Emphasized that personal development stems from experience and external influences.
- Introduced the concept of "tabula rasa" - blank slate, which means people are born without pre-existing ideas or knowledge.
David Hume
- Scottish philosopher.
- Focused on skepticism, empiricism, and naturalism.
- Argued that there's nothing like a permanent self; the self is a collection of impressions.
- Believed perceptions are the foundation of all knowledge.
Immanuel Kant
- German philosopher.
- Focused on empiricism and rationalism.
- Emphasized the need to synthesize experience & perception for understanding the self.
- Argued that the mind actively constructs our experience of the world.
- Stated the self is the mind organizing "impressions," including beliefs, habits, values, and morality.
Sigmund Freud
- Austrian psychologist and physician.
- Developed psychoanalysis, a psychological theory and method for understanding thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
- Emphasized that the self is driven by unconscious desires.
- Stated the self is a conflict between Id (primal desires), Ego (mediator), and Superego (moral conscience).
Max Weber
- Believed that religion (Protestant ethic) is vital in society, specifically within the context of capitalism.
- Argued that capitalism emerged from Protestant values, that viewed work as a religious calling.
Karl Marx
- Focused on alienation (loss of connection to oneself) within capitalist societies as individuals become separated from their work and their humanity.
- Social relationships and interactions define the self.
Lewis Morgan
- Developed the theory of social evolution, which describes a sequence of stages of human societies (Savagery, Barbarism, Civilisation).
Marcel Mauss
- Focused on primitive classification systems and primitive thought and culture.
- Noted that the classification systems are shared, reflecting the group's collective understanding of the world.
Gilbert Ryle
- British philosopher.
- Argued that the self is behavior expressed through a behavioristic approach, rather than an abstract entity.
George Herbert Mead
- Focused on the social nature of reality and human agency and how social experience shapes the self.
- Developed the concept of symbolic interactionism – which means how people build knowledge and meaning through interaction with others and society.
- Proposed the "I" (unstructured part) and the "Me" (structured), and how these two aspects come together.
Edward Hall
- Emphasized the importance of cultural differences when understanding the self—especially with regard to cultural values like individualism vs. collectivism.
- Cultures have their own unique set of perspectives, especially when it comes to self-awareness.
Carl Rogers
- Influenced by William James's views on the "I" and "Me" concepts.
- Introduced the concept of an ideal self.
- Believed that incongruence between the inner self and the ideal self leads to distress or dissatisfaction.
- Focuses on the experiences of the self.
David Emile Durkheim
- Focused on social facts (things that influence societies) such as religious beliefs and rituals, which provide meaning and purpose to individuals.
- His work highlights how societal structures and interactions shape individual behavior and personality.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of philosophy, including the nature of self and the significance of self-knowledge. This quiz delves into the key ideas presented by philosophers, with a focus on Socrates and the concept of self-identity. Understand how philosophy influences critical thinking and awareness in everyday life.
