Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person PDF

Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person FINAL PROJECT (PETA): EULOGY SPEECH  Eulogy speech sample structure Introduction (Date of death, Name, Age, adjectives.) Body (Story about his/her life, good and fun memories, acknowledging achievements, remark...

Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person FINAL PROJECT (PETA): EULOGY SPEECH  Eulogy speech sample structure Introduction (Date of death, Name, Age, adjectives.) Body (Story about his/her life, good and fun memories, acknowledging achievements, remarkable traits you won’t forget.) End (Expressing grief --> appreciation --> very important message of acceptance)  CRITERIA Content Venue Speech  LESSON 5 & 6: FREEDOM OF THE HUMAN PERSON & INTERSUBJECTIVITY What does the word Freedom mean to you? Tunay na bang Malaya ang ating bansa?  What is Freedom? Freedom is the ability to do what you want to do. It originated from the Danish term “friheden” which was originally meant to mean “dear” or “beloved.” However, as years went by, and as it became used in English, the meaning evolved to mean “choice.”  The two distinctions of Freedom Outer Freedom - refers to the ability of a human being to do whatever he wants to do without the intervention of other people or institutions. Inner Freedom - the ability of a human being to achieve whatever he wants to achieve without the intervention of societal pressure and other external impediments. OUTER FREEDOM INNER FREEDOM INNER FREEDOM OUTER FREEDOM 3 Kinds of Freedom  Physical Freedom - It refers to the absence of any physical restraint and the freedom of mobility to act and go whatever, whenever and wherever he or she pleases.  Psychological Freedom - The person is free to perform actions that he or she considers right and wise. A person is also free to act or not to act.  Moral Freedom - Using freedom in a manner that upholds human dignity and goodness. You become more free if you do good and become less free if you do bad. The Opposite of freedom: The Determinism  What is Determinism? The idea of fate is an essential point of discussion in the concept of freedom – because fate assumes there is no freedom at all. The three distinctions of Determinism Biological Psychological Sociological  Biological Determinism - theory that certain predispositions in our actions are already rooted in our DNA. Therefore, this states that actions done by humans are dictated not by choice but by “genes.”  Psychological Determinism - the theory that tells us that humans are a sum of all his past experiences, and as such, these experiences predetermines our reaction to similar situations. Thus, the “choice” had already been made thanks to his past experiences.  Sociological Determinism - the theory that tells us our responses in situations are made primarily by what society accepts. If it is not accepted, the theory states that that person will be pressured not to make that choice and go with what society accepts. The three concepts to control freedom: Accountability, Autonomy, and Responsibility THE INTERSUBJECTIVITY OF A HUMAN PERSON  What is Intersubjectivity? Is a philosophical concept that explore the mutual recognition of each other as persons. Interchange of thoughts and feelings, both conscious and unconscious between two subjects as facilitated by empathy. The two components of Intersubjectivity: Seeming and Dialogue  Seeming - Becomes conscious with our self-image and with how others see us gives us the reason to change ourselves depending who are we interacting with.  Dialogue – Despite of pretending ourselves, all humans always strive for more genuine interaction with others. Through speech, words, expressions, and body language. The three levels of Intersubjectivity: 1. Empathy – ability to share emotions or to put oneself in the shoes of the other. 2. Availability – willingness of a person to be present and be at the disposal of other. 3. Ethics of Care – Moral dimension of human relationships where Self has the moral obligation to respond to the needs of the other.