Understanding the Self

A set of vocabulary flashcards to help review key terms and concepts related to understanding the self from various psychological and philosophical perspectives.

Self-care

Practices that individuals engage in to maintain health and well-being.

HUGOT

A Filipino term meaning to extract or take out, often used in context with emotional expressions or sentiments.

Need of understanding the self

Acquiring a positive sense of self, developing potentials, and participating meaningfully in society.

Consciousness

Awareness of one's own existence, sensations, thoughts, and surroundings.

Identity

The condition of being oneself and not another; characteristics that define a person.

Cultural Identity

Sense of belonging to a certain culture and its shared values.

Collective Self

Cognitions related to one’s group membership and identity.

Social Identity Theory

A person's sense of who they are based on their group membership.

The Looking Glass Self

A theory proposing that self-concept develops through reflection on how we think others perceive us.

Eliminative Materialism

The philosophical belief that nothing but matter exists, and the physical brain shapes our sense of self.

Bifurcated Nature of Man

The concept that humans have both physical and spiritual aspects influencing their identity.

Self-actualization

The realization or fulfillment of one's talents and potential, often considered as the ultimate goal of human development.

Psychoanalysis

A therapy method that emphasizes the role of unconscious factors in shaping human behavior.

Body-Mind Dualism

The philosophical viewpoint that the mind and body are fundamentally distinct and separable.

Transpersonal Psychology

A sub-field of psychology that integrates spiritual experiences into the understanding of human behavior.

Self-efficacy

Belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task.

Personal Identity

An individual's conception and expression of their own personal characteristics, traits, and experiences.