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What is the essence of a person according to the definition of 'self'?
Thoughts, feelings, actions, experiences, beliefs, values, principles, and relationships.
What refers to the set of behaviors, feelings, thoughts, and motives that identifies an individual?
Personality
Personality is influenced solely by heredity.
False
Which of the following is a method to measure personality?
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Which of the following traits is associated with the tendency to be organized and self-disciplined?
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Match the Big Five Personality Traits with their descriptions:
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The ______ focuses on your inner strength and beauty.
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What is the process of self-analysis to get to know oneself?
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What should be focused on in positive self-reflection?
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What is the tendency to experience negative emotions and moods called?
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Study Notes
Defining the "Self"
- The self is an intangible entity, representing the source of a person's consciousness.
- It encompasses thoughts, feelings, experiences, beliefs, values, and relationships.
- Represents individuality shaped by learning experiences and emotions.
What is Personality?
- Personality consists of behaviors, feelings, thoughts, and motives that define an individual.
- It embodies the physical, psychological, cognitive, affective, and spiritual aspects of a person.
- Influenced by nature (heredity) and nurture (environment), with no single gene responsible for traits.
Trait Theory of Personality
- Identifies personality types based on distinct traits or attributes.
- Notable trait theorists include D.W. Fiske, Goldberg, and Costa and McCrae.
Big Five Personality Traits
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Openness to Experience:
- High openness involves originality, broad interests, and risk-taking.
- Low openness reflects conservatism and resistance to new experiences.
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Conscientiousness:
- High conscientiousness is marked by organization and self-discipline.
- Low conscientiousness indicates lack of direction and discipline.
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Extraversion:
- High extraversion correlates with positivity, sociability, and friendliness.
- Low extraversion results in less inclination towards social interaction and a more negative outlook.
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Agreeableness:
- High agreeableness is characterized by likability, affection, and concern for others.
- Low agreeableness can manifest as distrustfulness and antagonism.
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Neuroticism:
- High neuroticism involves experiencing negative emotions and self-criticism.
- Low neuroticism leads to fewer negative feelings and a generally positive self-view.
Measuring Personality
- Personality can be assessed through observation and personality tests.
- Examples of personality tests include:
- 16 Personality Factors
- Myers-Briggs Type Indicator
- BarOn EQ-i
- Emotions Profile Index
- Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory
How to Know Ourselves
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Introspection/Self-Analysis:
- Engage with thought-provoking questions to explore deeper self-queries.
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Keep a Self-Reflective Journal:
- Positive self-reflection focuses on strengths and motivations.
- Negative self-reflection addresses weaknesses to foster acceptance and growth.
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Be Self-Aware:
- Tune into feelings and thoughts to understand personal impacts on oneself and others.
- Prioritize self-perception over external opinions.
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Self-Affirmation:
- Encourage love for oneself, focusing on inner strength and beauty.
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This quiz delves into the philosophical concept of the 'self.' It explores what constitutes a person's individuality through consciousness, thoughts, feelings, and relationships. Engage with thought-provoking questions that challenge your understanding of personal identity.
