Gen02 M1 & M2

A comprehensive set of Q&A flashcards covering key ideas about the self from philosophy, sociology, anthropology, and psychology as presented in the notes.

Socrates: What famous statement did he make about the value of life?

“The unexamined life is not worth living.”

Socrates: What did he identify as the goal of philosophy?

“know thyself”

Socrates: What is the Socratic Method used for?

A form of dialogue and inquiry method to achieve self-knowledge and understand one's beliefs through questioning and dialogue to understand oneself.

Plato: What are the two parts of a human being?

Body and soul; body linked to the physical world, soul to the realm of Forms.

Plato: To what realm does the soul belong?

The realm of eternal truths, or Forms.

Plato: What metaphor/theory represents the soul?

A charioteer driving a chariot, with reason guiding desires and emotions.

Plato: What social dimension of human nature does he emphasize?

Interdependence and benefits from social interactions, talents, and friendships.

Plato: Into how many parts is the soul divided and what are they?

Three: reason, appetite, and will.

Plato: Which part is the source of emotions like love and anger?

The will (emotion, passion, spirit).

Plato: What does the rational part of the soul pursue?

Truth and virtue.

Aristotle: How does he view the soul's existence?

The soul is the core essence of a living being, not a separate entity.

Aristotle: What is Eudaimonia?

Human flourishing or living a life of virtue and reason.

Aristotle: How is Eudaimonia achieved?

Balanced development of faculties like reason, emotion, and perception.

St. Augustine: What is the central self-struggle?

The struggle between earthly desires and spiritual fulfillment.

René Descartes: What is mind-body dualism?

Mind and body are distinct substances.

René Descartes: What does Cogito, ergo sum mean?

“I think, therefore I am” consciousness is fundamental to the self.

Feral Children: What do they illustrate about identity formation?

The importance of social interaction; isolation hampers communication and socialization.

Looking-Glass Self (Cooley): What is the Looking-Glass Self?

Self-concept shaped by imagined perceptions of others and feedback interpretation.

Social Media Impact: How does social media influence self-perception?

Likes and comments shape self-esteem and self-perception.

Anthropology - Family: What role does family play in identity formation?

Teaches values, beliefs, and cultural practices; central to identity formation.

Anthropology - Education: How does education affect identity?

Exposure to diverse perspectives shapes personal identity.

Anthropology - Religion: How does religion influence identity?

Shapes social interactions and family dynamics.

Anthropology - Government: How does government relate to identity?

Indigenous People's Right Act (IPRA) actions can empower marginalized communities and foster belonging.

Anthropology - Economy: What is its role?

Oversees production and distribution of goods and services to meet societal needs.

Mead: What is the role of social interaction in self-development?

Crucial in the development of the self.

George Herbert Mead

Self from the perspective of Psychology by…

Mead: What is Symbolic Interactionism?

Self emerges through interpretation of symbols and gestures in social contexts.

Mead: What are 'I' and 'Me'?

I is the impulsive, spontaneous aspect; Me is the socialized aspect shaped by norms.

Mead: What is Role-Taking?

Anticipating how others will react to actions, fostering empathy by stepping into others' shoes.

Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, St. Augustine and René Descrates

Name of the 5 philosophers.

Feral children and the concept of the Looking Glass self by Charles Cooley

Self from the perspective of sociology.

Family, Education, Religion, Government and Economy

Self from the perspective of antrophology the five social institution.