The Material Self
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Which of the following is considered a part of the material self?

  • Intellectual abilities
  • Physical appearance
  • Social relationships
  • Emotional attachment to possessions (correct)
  • What is the endowment effect?

  • The effort invested in acquiring material possessions
  • The tendency to value things that we own more highly than they are worth (correct)
  • The psychological ownership of one's body
  • The emotional investment in material possessions
  • How can things be considered a part of the material self?

  • When they are acquired through effort
  • When they are essential for survival
  • When they are physically owned by the individual
  • When they have sentimental value and emotional attachment (correct)
  • What does the material self consider the body as?

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    What factors determine the importance of things in the material self?

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    Study Notes

    Material Self

    • Possessions, money, and objects that individuals possess and consider as part of themselves are considered part of the material self.

    Endowment Effect

    • The endowment effect is the tendency of people to overvalue things they own, leading to an overestimation of their value.

    Incorporating Things into the Material Self

    • Things can be considered part of the material self when individuals feel a sense of ownership, connection, or attachment to them.
    • People may also consider things that reflect their values, personality, or identity as part of their material self.

    Body in the Material Self

    • The material self considers the body as an extension of oneself, including physical attributes and abilities.

    Factors Determining Importance in the Material Self

    • The importance of things in the material self is determined by various factors, including:
      • Emotional attachment and sentimental value
      • Monetary value or investment
      • Sense of ownership and control
      • Reflection of one's identity, values, or personality

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    Test your knowledge on the material self and its theoretical perspectives in this quiz. Explore the aspect of yourself that encompasses material possessions and belongings, and understand how they relate to your identity.

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