UTS Midterm 3 PDF

Material Self MARICRIS B. GUZMAN, LPT, MST Instructor  Topics Covered 1 What is Material Self? 2 Materialism Agenda 3 4 Consumerism Concept of Self-Gift 5 The Cor...

Material Self MARICRIS B. GUZMAN, LPT, MST Instructor  Topics Covered 1 What is Material Self? 2 Materialism Agenda 3 4 Consumerism Concept of Self-Gift 5 The Correlates of Materialism 6 The Pursuit of Happiness Materials Materials  Material Self A material self is made up of everything that a person owns.  "The self is all things a person believes to be his or hers and contribute to his or her material self." -William James  Materialism It is when a person holds more importance to their material possessions than intangible values. Materialistic People People who are obsessed with having material possessions and this is considered as a psychological disorder called 'compulsive buying disorder' or COD. (NOT CASH ON DELIVERY)  Consumerism It is the consumption of material goods and services in excess of one's basic needs. Negatively, it encourages people to buy things that they do not really need.  Security 1. It is alleged that material possessions provide these individuals with a feeling of security as their money and property provide them with tangible assets. Sense of Well-Being 2. It is alleged that wealth gives them a sense of well-being as they alleged that this material wealth provides them with happiness.  Self-esteem & Self-confidence 3. It is alleged that material wealth boosts their self-esteem and self- confidence as they believe that they possess those assets that not everybody has.  Relationships 4. It is alleged that cherished wealth provides an individual with more friends and relationships through greater interaction.  The Concept of Self-Gift Self is the primary object of one’s journey through life. It is interesting enough to know that one desires to work for personal consumption and gratification.  Three factors determine that self-gifts are revelations of an individual’s materialism: 1.Materialism is often associated with self- centeredness. 2.Materialists define success according to how much wealth and property was amassed. 3.Materialists believe that happiness results from the relationship between buying and consumption.  The Correlates of Materialism 1.Materialism and happiness reportedly do not go well together as it was shown that people who value possessions and material wealth over other more significant life goals are said to be less happy and are more prone to depression; 2.Materialism and self-esteem show an inverted relationship. 3.Materialism and financial stability show an inverted relationship as well.  The Correlates of Materialism 4. Materialism and well-being manifest opposite relationship as individuals practicing this principle tend to isolate themselves from the significant others as they continue try to derive gratification from amassing objects rather than interacting with the people around them.  The Correlates of Materialism 5. Materialism and self-concept prove how insecurity motivates people to work so hard for material possessions as the same wealth becomes their source of security. 6. Materialism and lack of engagement mean losing one’s ability to empathize with others as they become callous to other people’s needs.  According to Gregoire (201 7) materialism makes people unhappy for the following reasons: 1. Consumer culture may be harming individual well-being. 2. Materialistic values are linked to Type-A behavior.  According to Gregoire (201 7) materialism makes people unhappy for the following reasons: 3. Money really can’t buy you happiness. 4. Materialism could ruin your relationships.  According to Gregoire (201 7) materialism makes people unhappy for the following reasons: 5. Consumer cultures may breed narcissistic personalities. 6. Consumerism is fueled by insecurity. The Pursuit of Happiness The various ways to appreciate our own uniqueness and be genuinely joyous about it.  LEARN Learn to share your blessings no matter how simple it is. Learn to communicate and relate with people around you. Learn to let go of things that are not significantly needed.  STOP Stop projecting on media accounts about what you have and others do not. Stop brewing on negativities and on hurtful past. Focus on the future and what you can do to be productive and happy.  IMPROVE Improve your self-esteem and self-worth by engaging in worthwhile activities.  TAKE Take time to appreciate the beauty of life and God’s creations.  BE Be grateful to those who compliment you by returning the favor.  FOCUS ON Focus on your strengths and not on your flaws. DEVELOP Develop a mantra to counter the negativities entering your thoughts. "I believe that a simple and unassuming manner of life is best for everyone, best both for the body and the mind." -Albert Einstein