Understanding The Self - PDF Chapter 1

PART 1: UNDERSTANDING THE SELF Subject Instructor JED G. ABATAYO, RPm, CMHA LEARNING OUTCOMES Determine the different factors that contribute to one’s being. Evaluate the impact of these factors through self-appraisal. Synthesize the influence of the factors of the self through a group as...

PART 1: UNDERSTANDING THE SELF Subject Instructor JED G. ABATAYO, RPm, CMHA LEARNING OUTCOMES Determine the different factors that contribute to one’s being. Evaluate the impact of these factors through self-appraisal. Synthesize the influence of the factors of the self through a group assessment.  ICEBREAKER OVERVIEW OF CONCEPT OF SELF DISCUSSION DIFFERENT FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF SELF ACTIVITY WHAT IS SELF? A topic that is often talked about but largely unnoticed. Composed of “ I” and “Me”. “I” - “Actor” “Me” - “Object” Prevalent issues on self: - Nature vs. Nurture - Identity vs. Self - Dimensionalities of the Self NATURE VS. NURTURE Do genetic or life experiences play a great role in influencing/ shaping one’s self? Nature Nurture Self is predominantly a product of Self is an outcome of various natural processes by which people nurturing factors in the context of are inherently predisposed. one’s life. The natural basis of the SELF is Social Sciences have provided a anchored on BIOLOGY. number of insights and GENETICS contributes a lot of explanations about the self, both on information about the descriptions micro and macro levels. of the self (similarities and It shows how a group of life affects differences. an individual's behavior, attitude, and other aspects of life.  Do genetic or life experiences play a great role in influencing/ shaping one’s self? Nature Nurture The issue of the predominance of either nature or nurture is still unresolved, one can safely assume that the self is a product of both nature and nurture. IDENTITY VS. SELF is there a difference between identity and self? Identity Self The qualities, beliefs, etc., that The person that someone normally make a particular person or group or truly is. different from others. The entire person of an individual. The distinguishing character or The total characteristics or personality of an individual. qualities of a person both know and It distinguishes or compares one unknown to others. person from another.  Is there a difference between identity and self? Identity Self Based on lexical definition, these two concepts are distinct and delineated. DIMENSIONALITIES OF THE SELF The identity of a person is highlighted by a dominant trait that makes him/ her distinguishable from others. In most cases, the identity of a person can be best depicted using certain traits that would set the person apart from others. Different SOCIAL FACTOR factors of the SELF ENVIRONMENTAL FACTOR HEREDITARY FACTOR PERSON-VOLITION FACTOR SOCIAL FACTOR AS AN AGENT OF ONE’S BEING THE INFLUENCE OF SIGNIFICANT PEOPLE IN ONE’S LIFE NURSERY OF HUMAN NATURE STRONG FOUNDATIONS OF ONE’S BEING ENVIRONMENTAL INCLUDES THE PHYSICAL AND COMMUNAL ELEMENTS PRESENT FACTOR IN EVERYDAY SURROUNDINGS INVARIABLY DEALT WITH BY INDIVIDUALS IN A SPECIFIC GEOGRAPHIC REGION OR AREA. IT COVERS NOT ONLY THE PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF THE SURROUNDINGS BUT ALSO THE LARGER SOCIETY OR COMMUNITY, AS WELL AS THE EXPECTATIONS AND NORMS OPERATING IN THAT PARTICULAR LOCALITY OR PLACE. HEREDITARY NON - NEGOTIABLE FACTOR. FACTOR IT IS FIXED AND PERMANENT. SIGNIFICANTLY CONTRIBUTE TO ONE’S IDENTITY OR BEING. SOME OF WHICH ALREADY OPERATE AT THE TIME OF CONCEPTION. PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES, COGNITIVE TRAITS, AND SOME OTHER PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS. PERSON-VOLITION INCLINATION OF A PERSON TO FORM OR CONSTRUCT A SPECIFIC FACTOR IDENTITY THAT WILL SET HIM/ HER APART FROM OTHERS. EMANATES FROM WITHIN THE MENTALITY OF AN INDIVIDUAL, BROUGHT ABOUT BY THEIR AGGREGATED SOCIAL LIFE EXPERIENCES. SOCIOLOGISTS MAY REFER TO A PERSON EXHIBITING A PERSON- VOILITION FACTOR AS DEVIANT OR NON-CONFORMIST. AS EXPLAINED, SELF/ IDENTITY IS A PRODUCT OF A COMPLEX PROCESS OF COMBINATIONS AND INTEGRATION OF TRAITS AND CHARACTERISTICS FROM VARIOUS POSSIBLE SOURCES. SOME OF THE TRAITS ARE ACQUIRED CONSCIOUSLY AND VOLUNTARILY, WHILE OTHERS ARE OBTAINED UNCONSCIOUSLY AND INVOLUNTARILY. ACTIVITY F01: LIFE FACTORS SELF-APPRAISAL ACTIVITY F01: DIGITAL LIFE FACTORS SELF-APPRAISAL INSTRUCTIONS: 1. In any app (CANVA, PPT, or chosen app), select a template that suits the activity, such as a mind map, infographics, or custom layout. 2. Create a central section labeled “ME” or “Your name” in your design. Create four surrounding sections or shapes labeled Social, Environmental, Hereditary, and Person-Volition. 3. Use text boxes, icons, and images to illustrate how each factor has impacted your life. You should add specific examples or experiences in each section ACTIVITY F01: DIGITAL LIFE FACTORS SELF-APPRAISAL INSTRUCTIONS: 3.1 For example: Social Factor: Add pictures or icons representing significant people and friends. Environmental Factor: Add visuals or pictures of your city, school, or local environment. Hereditary Factor: You can use symbols or icons representing your family traits or influences. Person-Volition Factor: You can include representation of your personal decisions or goals. ACTIVITY F01: DIGITAL LIFE FACTORS SELF-APPRAISAL INSTRUCTIONS: 4. Write a short reflection in your app’s notes or a separate page. Reflection Questions: 4.1 Which factor do you believe has the greatest influence on your life and why? 4.2 How your understanding of different factors might impact your future decisions? REFERENCE/S Go-Molina, J.A., Ramirez, N.C. 2018. UNDERSTANDING THE SELF. QUEZON CITY: C & E PUBLISHING INC. MACAYAN, J.V., JUNGHAN-PINUGU, J.N., CASTILLO, JC. D. 2019. UNDERSTANDING THE SELF. QUEZON CITY: C & E PUBLISHING INC. Gazzingan, J.B., Porillo, J.E., Velasco, V.V., Villaluz, S.S., Bautista, F.V., Dalhag, L.A., Trinidad, J.F., Palado, D.R., Corona, R. B. 2018. Understanding the self. Muntinlupa City: PANDAY-LAHI Publishing House, Inc. all images belong to their respective owners