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What is primarily associated with higher social status in the Philippines?
What is primarily associated with higher social status in the Philippines?
- Taller body stature
- Facial cosmetic features
- Lighter skin tones (correct)
- Stronger physical strength
How does media influence body image?
How does media influence body image?
- By showcasing diverse body shapes and sizes
- By providing accurate representations of normal skin
- By promoting unrealistic beauty standards (correct)
- By encouraging self-acceptance and body positivity
What aspect does body image encompass?
What aspect does body image encompass?
- Only physical size and shape
- Thoughts and beliefs about physical appearance (correct)
- Only emotional reactions to one's body
- Social status and economic factors
What does self-actualization primarily involve?
What does self-actualization primarily involve?
What is one negative impact of comments from family and friends on body image?
What is one negative impact of comments from family and friends on body image?
Which of the following best describes the individualist self in North America?
Which of the following best describes the individualist self in North America?
Which of the following best describes 'material self'?
Which of the following best describes 'material self'?
What leads to unrealistic expectations about normal skin in media?
What leads to unrealistic expectations about normal skin in media?
What is meant by achieving congruence or balance in the context of self-actualization?
What is meant by achieving congruence or balance in the context of self-actualization?
What is a recommended approach to combat negative influences on body image?
What is a recommended approach to combat negative influences on body image?
Which value is highly regarded in individualism?
Which value is highly regarded in individualism?
What can contribute to body dissatisfaction according to cultural influences?
What can contribute to body dissatisfaction according to cultural influences?
What does the term 'authentic values and aspirations' refer to in self-actualization?
What does the term 'authentic values and aspirations' refer to in self-actualization?
How do individuals experience a sense of wholeness according to Rogers' concept of self-actualization?
How do individuals experience a sense of wholeness according to Rogers' concept of self-actualization?
What is a key characteristic of the collectivist self as opposed to the individualist self?
What is a key characteristic of the collectivist self as opposed to the individualist self?
What is emphasized in individualist cultures related to personal choices?
What is emphasized in individualist cultures related to personal choices?
What can dissatisfaction with body size or material possessions lead to?
What can dissatisfaction with body size or material possessions lead to?
What societal factor is often compared against personal body image?
What societal factor is often compared against personal body image?
Which disorder involves extreme behaviors related to food intake and weight control?
Which disorder involves extreme behaviors related to food intake and weight control?
What is the Diderot Effect primarily concerned with?
What is the Diderot Effect primarily concerned with?
What mental health disorder is characterized by obsessive thoughts about flaws in one's appearance?
What mental health disorder is characterized by obsessive thoughts about flaws in one's appearance?
What emotional responses can arise from the pressure to conform to idealized body images?
What emotional responses can arise from the pressure to conform to idealized body images?
What can the acquisition of a luxury item influence, according to the Diderot Effect?
What can the acquisition of a luxury item influence, according to the Diderot Effect?
What is a potential consequence of distorted body image perceptions?
What is a potential consequence of distorted body image perceptions?
What is the principal belief regarding the soul in early Ilokano culture?
What is the principal belief regarding the soul in early Ilokano culture?
Which soul is considered vital and only leaves after death?
Which soul is considered vital and only leaves after death?
What happens when the karkarma soul is not returned?
What happens when the karkarma soul is not returned?
How does spirituality, as defined in the content, manifest in an individual's behavior?
How does spirituality, as defined in the content, manifest in an individual's behavior?
What is the primary role of the aniwaas soul?
What is the primary role of the aniwaas soul?
What is a common belief about the presence of the ar-aria soul?
What is a common belief about the presence of the ar-aria soul?
In what way does the concept of spirituality differ from organized religion?
In what way does the concept of spirituality differ from organized religion?
What does the concept of interconnectedness imply in spirituality?
What does the concept of interconnectedness imply in spirituality?
What does the 'real self' primarily encompass?
What does the 'real self' primarily encompass?
In collectivist cultures, what is emphasized more than personal desires?
In collectivist cultures, what is emphasized more than personal desires?
How is physical identity largely influenced?
How is physical identity largely influenced?
What role do genes play in physical traits?
What role do genes play in physical traits?
What do individuals in collectivist societies prioritize?
What do individuals in collectivist societies prioritize?
What is a key characteristic of the collectivist self?
What is a key characteristic of the collectivist self?
From where do individuals derive their sense of self in a collectivist context?
From where do individuals derive their sense of self in a collectivist context?
What is often highly stressed in familial relationships within Eastern cultures?
What is often highly stressed in familial relationships within Eastern cultures?
Study Notes
Self-Actualization
- The process of realizing one's full potential, talents, and abilities.
- Involves pursuing personal growth, fulfilling meaningful goals, and living in alignment with one's authentic values and aspirations.
- A crucial aspect is achieving congruence, which is being in harmony with one's real self (who they currently are) and their ideal self (who they aspire to be).
The Individualist Self
- Emphasizes personal goals, achievements, and autonomy.
- Values independence, self-reliance, and personal freedom.
- Focuses on asserting one's rights and preferences over group harmony.
The Collectivist Self
- Emphasizes a strong social network, expecting family and relatives to provide support in exchange for loyalty.
- Prioritizes the needs and goals of the group over personal desires.
- Values group harmony and interconnectedness.
Physical Identity & Body Image
- Refers to how we physically exist in the world. It's influenced by genes, physical care, and culture.
- Includes physical traits like eye color, height, and bone structure, all of which can be influenced by genes.
- Body image relates to how individuals perceive, think, and feel about their physical appearance. It encompasses thoughts, beliefs, and emotions related to body size, shape, and attractiveness.
Negative Effects of Culture & Society on Body Image
- Body dissatisfaction, feeling unhappy with one's body size and shape.
- Social comparison, which leads to feelings of inadequacy and pressure to conform.
- Eating disorders, extreme behaviors related to food intake and weight control.
- Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), characterized by obsessive thoughts about perceived flaws in one's appearance
Material Self
- Refers to external objects or possessions that we consider a part of our identity.
- Material possessions can reflect our taste, preferences, and lifestyle choices, acting as tangible representations of our identity.
- Serves as a social signifier, with certain possessions indicating status, wealth, and success.
Diderot Effect
- Suggests one purchase can lead to a cycle of buying more items to match our sense of identity.
Spiritual Self
- Represents an individual's inner essence or soul that transcends the physical body and material world.
- Encompasses deep contemplation on life's meaning and aligning behaviors with core values.
- Includes internal reflections on personal values and moral standards.
Spirituality
- Prioritizes love towards oneself, others, and the world.
- Recognizes the interconnectedness of all beings.
- Strive to embody kindness and compassion.
Religion
- A set of beliefs, practices, and rituals followed by a group of people.
- Often involves faith in a higher power or powers.
Ilokano Beliefs and the Four Souls
- Believe in multiple souls that animate the body.
- Kararwa is the main soul that only leaves after death, similar to the Christian soul.
- Karkarma is the second soul that can leave the body when frightened or stolen. Its loss can lead to insanity.
- Aniwaas (or Aningaas) is the third soul that leaves during sleep to visit familiar places. Its loss upon waking can lead to insanity.
- Ar-aria is the liberated soul of the dead that visits relatives and friends. its presence can be recognized through signs like howling dogs or mimicry of the deceased's habits.
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Explore the concepts of self-actualization, individualist versus collectivist identities, and the importance of physical identity and body image. This quiz examines how personal growth, autonomy, and social connections shape our identities. Test your knowledge on the interplay between personal aspirations and social expectations.
