Unpacking The Self - The Physical Self PDF

UNPACKING THE SELF Patricia Mae Royena, RPm, MSP  LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Explore the different aspects of self and identity 2. Demonstrate critical, reflective thought in integrating the various aspects of self and identity 3. Identify the different forces and institutions that i...

UNPACKING THE SELF Patricia Mae Royena, RPm, MSP  LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Explore the different aspects of self and identity 2. Demonstrate critical, reflective thought in integrating the various aspects of self and identity 3. Identify the different forces and institutions that impact the development of various aspects of self and identity 4. Examine the self against the different aspects of self discussed in class  What is Unpacking the Self? It means analyzing or examining in detail what makes up the self, ourselves.  DIFFERENT ASPECTS OF THE SELF THE PHYSICAL THE SPIRITUAL SELF SELF THE SEXUAL THEMercury POLITICAL It is the smallest planet in SELF SELF the Solar System THE MATERIAL THE DIGITAL SELF SELF  UNPACKING THE SELF: The Physical Self  PHYSICAL SELF Defined by the physical characteristics that are visible. These characteristics are the defining traits and features of the body. Example: Sex, height, weight, complexion, hair, and facial features  FACTORS THAT SHAPE THE PHYSICAL SELF BIOLOGICAL FOOTPRINT ○ Hereditary- transmission of traits from parents to offspring. ○ Gene Genotype- refers to the specific information embedded within our genes. Genotype can only be determined through blood testing. Phenotype- is the physical expression of a particular trait. Phenotype can be directly observed.  FACTORS THAT SHAPE THE PHYSICAL SELF BIOLOGICAL FOOTPRINT ○ Chromosomes- each individual carries 23 chromosomes, where 22 of which are called the autosomes, and the 23rd pair is known as the sex chromosomes which identify the sex of an individual. The XY is for males while the XX is for females. ○ DNA- within each chromosome lies the deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). DNA is considered the blueprint of life. ○ Maturation- is known as the completion of the growth of genetic character within an organism or the unfolding of an individual's inherent traits or potential. FACTORS THAT SHAPE THE PHYSICAL SELF Environmental Conditioning Family Larger Social Social Media Group  Importance of Beauty Beauty- the degree to which a person's physical traits are considered pleasing or beautiful. Physical Beauty- the degree to which a person's physical features are considered aesthetically pleasing or beautiful. Non-Physical Beauty- is that which can't be measured, but it can certainly be felt. It emanates from within.  Female Beauty Standard across the World This female beauty Tanned Skin standard is from: Smaller breasts and A. UK round bottom B. Brazil Pale skin C. China D. US Double eyelids E. India Bigger breasts and bottom Female Beauty Standard across the World  Female Beauty Standard across the World This female beauty Tanned Skin A. UK standard is from: Smaller breasts and B. Brazil A. UK round bottom B. Brazil Pale skin E. India C. China D. US Double eyelids C. China E. India Bigger breasts and D. US bottom  Male Beauty Standard across the World This male beauty Pale Skin standard is from: Make-up, A. Brazil high-bridged nose B. UK Mixed race C. Turkey D. India Tattoos E. Korea Less hair Male Beauty Standard across the World  Male Beauty Standard across the World This male beauty Pale Skin D. India standard is from: Make-up, E. Korea A. Brazil high-bridged nose B. UK Mixed race A. Brazil C. Turkey D. India Tattoos B. UK E. Korea Less hair C. Turkey  The opinion of the opposite sex toward one another is highly valued by certain individuals and cultures. In fact, in some communities, certain practices have been established to appear more attractive to the opposite sex. Different cultural traditions on making the self more attractive  The Filipino Concept of Beauty Eurocentrism There is a tendency to view mixed-race Filipinos as the default attractive standard, as shown by the fact that Filipinos frequently win international beauty pageants. The "Tisoy" and "Tisay" beauty standards are heavily marketed in the media. The term "colorism" refers to a component of eurocentrism that is "the prejudicial treatment of same-race people based solely on the color of their skin. Having fair skin gives the appearance of being beautiful, healthy, and wealthy. Mixed-race Filipinos are regarded as more attractive. Dark-skinned Filipinos frequently have unfavorable self-images. Foreign standards have a significant impact on Filipino youth. Impact of Culture on Body Image and Self-esteem Self-esteem- is all about how much you feel you are worth — and how much you feel other people value you. Body image- It refers to how individuals perceive, think, and feel about their body and physical appearance. Appearance- refers to everything about a person that others can observe, such as height, weight, skin color, clothes, and hairstyle.  Importance of Beauty Beauty is important, but how someone defines beauty and the standards they set to meet it still determine whether they are considered beautiful. To judge beauty by someone else's standards is a grave error. Every person is different and beautiful in their own way. Understanding that healthy, attractive bodies come in a variety of sizes and shapes, and that a person's physical appearance has little bearing on his/her worth as a person, are essential components of having a positive body image.  Eating Disorders Bulimia Nervosa- engages in binge eating and attempts to eliminate the consequences of the behavior by vomiting, taking laxatives or diuretics, fasting or exercising excessively to prevent weight gain. Anorexia- eating disorder that refuses to eat for fear of gaining weight.  ACTIVITY no. 1 1. Take the Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale A 10-item scale that measures self-worth by rating both positive and negative feelings about self. Link: https://www.wwnorton.com/college/psych/psychsci/media/rosenberg.htm 2. Answer the following questions in essay form: What is the result of your self-esteem test? Do you agree or disagree? What realizations did you have upon reading the result?  Group ACTIVITY no. 1 1. Each group will conduct a survey to the Letran community with the question “What do Filipino men and women find attractive?” 2. After gathering the answers from the survey, the group will present their findings to the class. 3. The group will discuss the similarities and differences from the results that they got and will derive a single statement or idea of what Filipino men and women find attractive from the opposite. 4. The group will share their opinions whether they agree or disagree to the statement.