Philosophy of Self and Identity
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What is the primary characteristic of the 'true self'?

  • It is based on authentic experience. (correct)
  • It relies on learned behaviors.
  • It focuses on external validation.
  • It is a defensive façade.
  • How does the 'false self' primarily differ from the 'true self'?

  • The false self is spontaneous and genuine.
  • The false self is characterized by learned behaviors. (correct)
  • The false self understands its divine nature.
  • The false self reflects a long life experience.
  • According to Vedanta, what is characterized as the cause of human suffering?

  • Distinction between true self and non-true self. (correct)
  • The harmony with nature.
  • The desires of the heart.
  • The unpredictability of karma.
  • What does the Law of Karma in Hinduism signify?

    <p>It suggests individual actions lead to corresponding outcomes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle is central to Confucian doctrines?

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    What is the primary focus of Taoism's philosophy?

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    In the context of Eastern culture, how is the concept of self generally perceived?

    <p>As a component of collectivism that emphasizes relationships with others. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the false self?

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    What is biological sex primarily determined by?

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    What term is used for sexual intercourse?

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    What is the recommended spacing for pregnancies according to family planning principles?

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    What is the primary aim of the Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012?

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    What consequence is NOT typically associated with early pregnancies?

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    What characterizes responsible sexual behavior?

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    Which of the following statements accurately reflects the Buddhist understanding of self?

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    What is primarily identified as the cause of suffering in Buddhism?

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    What is the most alarming sexually transmitted disease mentioned?

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    What is essential for informed choice regarding family planning?

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    In the context of the physical self, how is body image defined?

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    What does the term 'heredity' refer to?

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    Which factor is considered to shape the physical self?

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    What is included in the concept of sexual self?

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    What aspect does non-physical beauty emphasize?

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    Which group is considered the first social influence on an individual’s development?

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    What does 'Nature' refer to in the context of understanding the self?

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    Which of the following statements best describes self-awareness?

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    How does the concept of 'Self' differ from 'Identity'?

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    What roles do social, environmental, and life factors play in the concept of self?

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    Which Greek word is the origin of the term 'personality'?

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    What do 'nurture' factors include when understanding individual development?

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    Which of the following best defines personality?

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    In the context of self-discovery, what is the significance of one's name?

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    What is the primary concern of a spiritual person according to the content?

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    Which of the following best describes Buddhism's perspective on life?

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    What is the concept of affinity with nature primarily concerned with?

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    What aspect does Trinitarian God refer to in Christianity?

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    In what way is politics described in relation to self?

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    How does the concept of active citizenship relate to individuality?

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    What foundational belief do Jews hold regarding the God they worship?

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    What does ecopsychology focus on?

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    What is considered the essence of the Bodily Self?

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    Which type of consumption emphasizes responsible buying habits?

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    How is identity primarily constructed, according to the content?

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    In consumerism, what is the primary relationship between needs and wants?

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    Identify which of the following best describes the Extended Self.

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    Which statement is true about spiritual self in relation to religion?

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    What role do immediate family members play in our concept of self?

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    What does the concept of consumerism advocate for?

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    Flashcards

    Nature vs. Nurture

    The debate on whether genetics (nature) or environment (nurture) more significantly influences who we are.

    Self-discovery

    The process of learning about, understanding, and gaining self-awareness.

    Self-awareness

    Knowing yourself and your worth as a person.

    Personality

    Characteristic patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that make a person unique.

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    Self

    The sum total of what makes a person who they are, from physical traits to personal attributes, including identity.

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    Identity

    The combination of qualities or beliefs that make a person or group different from others.

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    Name & Self

    Names represent who we are and signify us. Self develops based on interactions.

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    Self (product)

    Self is a product of social, environmental, and life factors.

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    No Atman in Buddhism

    Buddhist belief that there is no eternal soul or spirit accompanying rebirth.

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    Four Noble Truths

    Fundamental principles of Buddhism, explaining suffering and its elimination.

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    Physical Self

    The body as a tangible, observable aspect of one's self.

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    Self-Esteem

    How much one values oneself.

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    Body Image

    How one views their physical self.

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    Heredity

    The transmission of traits from parents to offspring.

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    Genotype

    Specific genetic information.

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    Phenotype

    Physical expression of a particular trait.

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    True Self

    A sense of self based on authentic experience, being present, and being alive. It emphasizes genuine feelings.

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    False Self

    A defensive facade based on learned behaviors, used to hide the true self. It's often controlled and not spontaneous.

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    Eastern Culture (Self)

    Values collectivism, focusing on others, valuing wisdom of years, and often believing in reincarnation.

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    Hinduism (True Self)

    The true self (Atman) is the true knowledge of self - permanent and unchanging. This contrasts with the non-true self (impermanent and ever-changing).

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    Law of Karma

    In Hinduism, actions lead to consequences—good actions reward, bad actions lead to trouble.

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    Brahman

    In Hinduism, the highest universal principle (ultimate reality).

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    Confucianism

    A philosophy emphasizing good relationships with others and treating those around you with kindness, as you want to be treated.

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    Taoism

    Values living in harmony with nature, through simplicity, spontaneity, and self-acceptance.

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    Biological Sex

    A person's biological sex is determined at birth based on their physical characteristics.

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    Gender

    Gender is an individual's sense of identity and role in society, which can be different from their biological sex.

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    Family Planning

    Family planning involves making informed decisions about the number and spacing of children, using various methods and resources.

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    Responsible Parenthood

    Responsible parenthood means making conscious decisions about your family, fulfilling your responsibilities as a parent.

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    Respect for Life

    Respect for life in family planning means recognizing and valuing the life of the unborn from the moment of conception.

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    Birth Spacing

    Spacing births properly allows for physical recovery, better care for existing children, and a healthier family.

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    Informed Choice

    Making informed choices in family planning means understanding all available methods and their effects.

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    RH Law

    The Reproductive Health Law guarantees access to modern contraceptives for everyone, including the impoverished, through government health centers.

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    Spirituality

    A deep connection with something greater than oneself, often involving beliefs and practices that transcend the material world.

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    Ritual

    A set of actions performed in a specific order, often with religious or cultural significance.

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    Affinity with Nature

    Feeling a strong connection and sense of belonging to the natural world.

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    Ecopsychology

    The study of how our relationship with nature affects mental and emotional well-being.

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    Buddhism's View of Life

    Buddhists believe life is characterized by suffering, pain, and dissatisfaction, a cycle we try to escape.

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    Trinity in Christianity

    A core belief in Christianity that God exists as one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

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    Political Self

    The part of your identity shaped by political ideas, values, and actions.

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    Collectivist Culture

    A culture that emphasizes the group's needs and goals above individual ones.

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    Bodily Self

    The intimate parts of you, including your physical, psychological, and moral aspects.

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    Extended Self

    Things that hold significance to you like your possessions, family, places, or even your work.

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    Conscious Consumption

    Buying things responsibly, considering the impact your purchases have.

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    What is consumerism?

    A social system that encourages continuous buying and using of goods and services.

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    Hinduism's View of Self

    Belief that the true self (Atman) is eternal and unchanging, separate from the physical body.

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    Islam's View of God

    Belief in Allah as the One God, unified and universal.

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    What is spirituality?

    A connection to something bigger than yourself, often involving beliefs and practices beyond the material world.

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    What is religion?

    A set of beliefs and practices that connect people to a divine being or power, often involving rituals.

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    Study Notes

    Self-Discovery and Self-Awareness

    • Self-discovery is a process of learning about oneself.
    • Self-awareness is knowing oneself and one's worth.
    • Self-awareness results from self-discovery.

    Nature vs. Nurture

    • Nature refers to genes and hereditary factors influencing physical appearance and personality traits.
    • Nurture refers to environmental factors like childhood experiences, social relationships, and culture.
    • Self is a product of both nature and nurture.

    Self vs. Identity

    • Self is the person one is normally or truly.
    • Identity is the qualities, beliefs, etc. that distinguish a person or group.

    Philosophical Self

    • Philosophy is the study of knowledge through rational thinking.
    • Socrates believed the unexamined life is not worth living and the self exists in two parts: the physical body and the soul.
    • Plato was a dualist (immaterial mind and material body).
    • Aristotle saw humans as "rational animals", and the ideal as essence.
    • St. Augustine believed that the present of past, present and future coexist in the soul.
    • Rene Descartes said, "I think, therefore I am."
    • Mind-body dualism is the idea that mind and body are separate.

    Sociological Self

    • Sociology is the study of the role society plays in shaping behavior.
    • Socialization is the process of learning one's culture.
    • Cooley suggested that individuals develop their sense of self by observing how they are perceived by others (looking-glass self).
    • Mead suggested that the self is developed through social interaction.

    Anthropological Self

    • Anthropology is the study of people and culture.
    • Branches include: archeology, physical anthropology, linguistic anthropology, and cultural anthropology.

    The Physical Self

    • The Physical self refers to the tangible aspects of the body.
    • Factors influencing the physical self include biological blueprint (genetics), heredity, the environment (family, social groups and practices), and cultural influences.

    The Sexual Self

    • The sexual self refers to the totality of one's self as a sexual being.
    • Factors such as biological sex, gender identity, and the environment shape one's sexual self.

    The Material Self

    • The Material self consists of our bodies, clothes, family, home, and possessions.
    • Materialism focuses on how people maintain extensions of themselves through possessions.
    • Utility and Significance are two factors in the process of acquiring material goods.

    The Spiritual Self

    • Spirituality is a natural aspect of self-development.
    • Rituals and traditions are performance of acts that are part of a specific religious belief or practice
    • World's famous religions (Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism) are practiced through rituals, beliefs and traditions.

    The Political Self

    • The political self is influenced by external forces and personal factors.
    • Active citizenship embraces one's individuality and choices.

    The Digital Self

    • The digital self is a vivid representation of wants, needs and motivations.
    • Elements include online behavior, online voice (conversations), and online presentation (social media profile).
    • Digital natives are those who were born after the widespread adoption of digital technology.

    Self-Regulated Learning

    • Self-regulated learning is the process of regulating emotions, cognition, and behaviors.
    • Steps include planning, monitoring performance, and reflecting.
    • Mindset theory suggests that your beliefs about intelligence affect your learning.

    Self-Care

    • Self-care involves activities and behaviors that have positive effects on mental and physical health.
    • Factors in self-care include physical, social, mental, spiritual, and emotional self-care.
    • Stress is a response to a perceived threat or challenge, with negative outcomes from chronic stress.

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