The Material Self

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How does the Material Self concept relate to identity?

Identities are shaped only by biological factors
Identities have no connection to material possessions
Identities can be reflected in the possessions that people have (correct)
Identities are solely shaped by personal achievements

What does the Material Self section focus on?

The impact of technology on modern lifestyles
How people maintain extensions of themselves through material possessions (correct)
The history of economic decisions
The influence of social media on self-perception

According to the Material Self, what are possessions considered to be?

Completely unrelated to our identities
A major contributor to and reflection of our identities (correct)
A minor influence on our sense of self
Only relevant in certain cultural contexts

What does the Material Self suggest about the environment and our needs?

The environment surroundings affect what we think we need versus what we really need (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main premise of the Material Self concept?

Our possessions are a reflection of our identities (B) Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their association to the Material Self:

Acquisition of goods = Factors shaping economic decisions Environment surroundings = Influence on perceived needs Possessions = Reflection of identities Thinking and deciding with other people = Purchasing behavior Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ideas with their connection to the Material Self:

Extension of oneself through material possessions = Maintenance of particular lifestyles Factors shaping economic decisions = Acquisition of goods Reflection of identities = Possessions as a major contributor to sense of self Influence of environment surroundings on needs = Development of perceived needs Signup and view all the answers

Match the following statements with their relevance to the Material Self:

Our possessions as a reflection of our identities = Major contributor to our sense of self Shop, therefore, I am = Concept related to identity formation Thinking alone or with others in purchasing = Development of the concept of Material Self Identities reflected on possessions = Evidence supporting the Material Self premise Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their role in the Material Self:

Acquiring goods = Factors shaping economic decisions Possessions as reflection of identities = Contributor to sense of self Thinking and deciding with others in purchasing = Influence on purchasing behavior Environment surroundings = Development of perceived needs Signup and view all the answers

Match the following statements with their association to the Material Self:

Possessions and their reflection of identities = Evidence supporting the Material Self premise Shop, therefore, I am = Concept related to acquisition of goods Thinking alone or with others in purchasing = Concept related to identity formation Acquisition of goods = Maintenance of particular lifestyles Signup and view all the answers