Intersubjectivity: Understanding Self and Others

Intersubjectivity

Shared awareness and understanding among persons.

Existentialism

Philosophy focusing on individual existence and relationships.

Phenomenology

Study of structures of consciousness and experience.

Self-consciousness

Awareness of self in relation to others.

Simple awareness

Basic recognition of another's existence.

Attuned dialog

Conversation responsive to each other's presence.

Seeming

Presenting oneself in a specific manner to others.

Authentic dialog

Mutual sharing of selves with acceptance.

I-Thou relation

Mutual, reciprocal connection between individuals.

I-It relation

Objectified relationship lacking genuine connection.

Alienation

Viewing others as objects rather than authentic persons.

Empathy-awareness

Understanding others' thoughts and feelings deeply.

Co-presence

Openness to each other's presence in relationships.

Karl Marx's view

Alienation leads to exploitation of individuals.

Jean-Paul Sartre's perspective

Human relationships often inauthentic and frustrating.

Gabriel Marcel's concept

Genuine relationships require willingness to be present.

Martin Heidegger's assertion

Humankind exists as a continuous conversation.

Edmund Husserl's definition

Intersubjectivity involves understanding others' perspectives.

Meaningful relationships

Essential for personal development and harmony.

Christian perspective

Human relations viewed as fellowship with God.

PWDs appreciation

Recognizing value of persons with disabilities.

Social connection

Deep relationships beyond instrumental interactions.