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Physical Self
refers to the body, this marvelous container & complex, finely tuned, machine w/ which we interface w/ our environment & fellow beings
Physical Self-Concept
the individual’s perception of themselves in areas of physical ability & appearance
Physical strength, endurance, & appearance (refers to attractiveness)
PSC includes concepts such as…
Heredity
the sum of all biological processes by which particular characteristics are transmitted from parents to their offspring
Genotype
the set of genes that it carries
Phenotype
all of its observable characteristics —→ influenced both by its genotype & by the environment
Chromosomes
microscopic particles that carry the genetic determines (genes) which are transmitted from parents to offspring
Genes
a minute particle which is found in combination w/ other genes in a stringlike formation w/ the chromosome
Maturation
the completion of growth & the process of chromosome reduction through cell division
Ovulation
the process of escape of 1 mature ovum from the ovary to the fallopian tube during the menstrual cycle
Fertilization
normally occurs while the ovum is in the fallopian tube; the 3rd preliminary stage to the beginning of a new life
Signs of Sexual Maturity
spermarche & menarche
Zygote
formation of a new cell as the result of the union of the egg & sperm cells w/n the mother’s body (uterus)
Importance of Conception
Hereditary endowment, sex, # of offspring & ordinal position
Family
our 1st social group; forms a crucial foundation of our development, including of that our physical self
Adolescence Stage
we become conscious of our physical appearance; we begin to take note of our height, weight, facial features & other physical characteristics compared to our peers
Physical Beauty
only skin-deep, that what matters is FEELING GOOD about ourselves & embracing a healthy perception of our physical worth
Achieving Physical Well-Being
healthy eating, embracing a healthy lifestyle, having the right hygiene (self-care), confidence in ourselves is our best make-up
Types of Care
physical, emotional, social & spiritual
Physical
sleep, stretching, walking, healthy food, yoga, rest, physical release
Emotional
stress management, emotional maturity, forgiveness, compassion & kindness
Social
boundaries, support system, positive social media, communication, time together & ask for help
Spiritual
time alone, meditation, yoga, connection, nature, journaling & social space
Digital Self
the identity of oneself can be represented in different mediums w/ technology, the self can now be represented in the digital world of social media
Digital Identity
an online/network identity adopted/claimed in cyberspace by an individual, org/electronic device
Social Media
a term for numerous technologies that allow instantaneous communication, status updates & social networking among individuals
Online Disinhibition Effect
describes the loosening of social restrictions & inhibitions that are normally present in f2f interactions that takes place in interactions on the internet
Benign Disinhibition
describes behavior in which ppl. might self-disclose more on the internet than they would in real life/go our of their way to help someone/show kindness
Toxic Disinhibition
describes behavior that includes rude language, threats & visiting places of pornography
6 Factors that cause Online Disinhibition
Dissociative imagination, dissociative anonymity, synchronicity, invisibility, minimization of status & authority, solipsistic introjection
Dissociative Anonymity
ability to interact w/ others, comment on forums & surf the web completely anonymously
Description of Dissociative Anonymity
by remaining anonymous => you do not '“own” your behavior
can compartmentalize it in an online identity that is not integrated w/ your offline identity
anonymity → helps you feel less vulnerable about self-disclosing & engaging in antisocial/harmful behavior
Invisibility
the internet offers a kind of shield & keeps you from being physically visible; lets you misrepresent yourself, as in the case of a man representing himself as a woman/vica versa
Asynchronicity
asynchronous nature of many forms of communication over the internet leads to disinhibition
Solipsistic Introjection
w/o f2f cues, you experience online messages as voices in your head
Dissociative Imagination
leads to a feeling of escapism & can lead to a person thinking that they can adopt & shed a certain persona simply by logging on & off
Minimization of Status & Authority
Authority figures express their authority through dress, body language, name titles & their environment; the internet offers a more-or-less equal playing field for everyone, allowing you to feel more disinhibited & engage others more as peers instead of as authorities
Responsible Social Media Etiquette
think before you click
do not engage in public fights
verify the news/information that you share
choose who you connect w/ wisely
do not overshare
be respectful of other pp.
have fun!
Emotion
means to stir up, agitate, upset/move; Latin word: “emovere”; it is the lower level responses occurring in the brain, creating biochemical reactions in the body which results in change of one’s physical state; PHYSIOLOGICAL
Feelings
it is a MENTAL PORTRAYAL of what is going on when you have an emotion & it is the BYPRODUCT of your brain perceiving & assigning meaning to the emotion; SUBJECTIVE
Physiological Responses in Emotion
Increase in blood pressure & heart rate
Dilation of the pupil of the eye
increase in blood sugar level to provide more energy
more rapid respiration
increase in perspiration
quicker blood clotting in case of wounds
raising of the hair of the skin causing “goose pimples“
Theories of Emotion
Classical Theory
James-Lange Theory
Cannon-Bard Thalamic Theory
Classical Theory
the common sense view which holds a subjective state of fear/anger produces behavior changes ——> emotions are felt first & reaction follows; Stimulus —- Awareness —— Bodily Response
Ex) Snake —— Fear —— Run
James - Lange Theory
feelings are the consequences of behavior; emphasized that bodily changes are a vital factor of emotions; Stimulus —- Bodily Response —— Awareness
Ex) Snake —— Run —— Realizes being Afraid/Fear
Cannon - Bard Thalamic Theory
held that the lower brain centers stimulate both feeling & bodily changes so as they occur together; it stresses the role of the lower brain center to emotional response
Ex) Snake —- Run & Experience Fear (Simultaneously)
Emotional Intelligence
it is an array of non-cognitive abilities, competencies & skills that influence one’s ability to succeed in coping w/ environmental demands & pressures
Description of Emotional Intelligence
it is the capacity to reason about emotion & of emotion to enhance thinking
includes the abilities to accurately perceive emotions; to understand emotions; to reflectively regulate emotions; to promote emotional & intellectual growth
it is the capacity for recognizing our own feelings & those of others; for motivating ourselves; for managing emotions effectively in ourselves & others
EQ
positive effects on thinking abilities during anxiety-provoking testing conditions; negatively correlated to aggressive & delinquent behaviors
Managing Emotions
the capacity to soothe yourself, to shake off rampant anxiety, gloom, despair/irritability; the ability to be able to keep an emotional perspective
Steps For Managing Emotions
Use your emotions & bodily responses to recognize when you are under stress
Write down your thoughts & feelings about what is stressing you
Control whatever aspect of the stress that you can
Don’t make mountains out of molehills
Redefine the Problem
Develop behaviors that distract you from stress
Reaching out to a friend/family member
Exercise regularly
Meditate & Relax
Seek divine guidance
Material Self
pertains to the objects, places/even ppl. which have the label “mine“; such possessions are viewed as extensions of individuals’ identities
Need
items important for survival
Ex) food, clothing& shelter
Want
are synonymous w/ luxuries; ppl. by them for reasons that do not warrant necessity
tell, personality, values
“material possessions ______ something of the ______________ & social ________ of the owners.“
Utility
is concerned w/ how things work & serve a practical purpose
Ex) the function of a WALLET is used to hold money
Significance
is concerned w/ the meaning assigned to the object
Semiology
study of objects as signs
Description of Semiology
objects that ppl. have convey subconscious messages about themselves
objects are not just things but are reflections of the wider lives of communities & individuals
the products ppl. purchase are also influenced by what is valued by their community
speak, ourselves
“Material things that we have _______ something about _____________.”
The Self in a Material World
material possessions signify some aspects of one’s sense of self & identity
Description of the Self in a Material World
parents buy necessities for their family because it is symbolic of their need to provide “security“
the possession of material things also indicates one’s status in the society
sufficiency, wealth
“Self-___________ is the greatest of all ___________.“
Self-sufficiency
ability to supply one’s own/its own needs w/o external assistance
fact, able, provide, especially food, buying, helped, others
The _______ of being _______ to ______ everything you need for yourself, _________ __________, w/o __________ from/being ________ by _________
7 Basic Tips When Managing Your Personal Finances
Set your Priorities
Make a Budget
Pay Your Bills
Control Your Debts
Invest
Don’t Forget About Insurance
Plan For Your Retirement
Spiritual Self
the innermost workings of the person’s mind, behavior, beliefs & morals that inolve every aspect of the human as a person
Manifestations of the Spiritual Self
Person’s will
Intelligence & Abilities
Morals
Values
Person’s Will
things the person want to achieve in their lives
Intelligence & Abilities
things that the person have confidence in doing & believe to have a certain mastery of
Morals
things that are acceptable for the person
Values
the ability of the person to prioritize based on what is important to them
Religion & Other Terms
Religion
Worldview
Spirituality
Religion
beliefs & behaviors related to spiritual reality/supernatural beings & powers
Worldview
collective body of ideas that members of culture generally share concerning the ultimate shape & substance of their reality
Spirituality
meaning & purpose that go beyond the physical realities of life
Animism
one of the oldest beliefs which is taken from the Latin word anima (breath/soul); the belief that everything in nature-living things like trees, plants & even rocks/streams have their own spirit/divinity
rituals
it is the performance of ceremonial acts prescribed by a tradition/sacred law; is a specific observable mode of behavior exhibited by all known societies; a way defining/describing humans
Types of Rituals
prescriptive
situational
calendrical
occasional
Prescriptive
a ritual that a deity/religious authority requires to be performed
Situational
a ritual that arises as needed & frequently in times of crisis
Calendrical
a ritual that is performed on a regular basis as part of a religious calendar
Occasional
a ritual that is performed when a particular need arises
Ceremonies
a set of acts; often traditional/religious, performed at a formal occasion especially to recognize an important event
Common Ex) weddings, birthdays & graduation rites
Importance of Ceremonies
reflect out beliefs, hopes, traditions, culture & spirituality; but they also express who we are
held to celebrate a new life/in honor of a life well lived
held to reflect on events —— events of historical & social significance
help to heal —— for thos events that cause devastation/loss
Religions, Magic & Witchcraft
Barang
Kulam
Albulario/Mananambal
Folklores
Barang
Filipino term for sorcerer; used to describe malignant sorcery/familiar spirits
Kulam
Tagalog word for ‘voodoo’/’witchcraft’
Albulario/Mananambal
Filipino practitioner of traditional medicine
Folklores
includes aswang, manananggal, kapre, dwende, sirena, syokoy, engkanto, sigbin, tikbalang, tianak & many other
Dr. Victor Frankl
uses the philosophy of optimism in the face of tragedy, where ppl. are capable of turning suffering into human achievement & accomplishment deriving from guilt, the opportunity to change oneself for the better& deriving from life’s transitoriness an incentive to take responsible action
Logotherapy
meaning can be discovered by creating a work/doing a deed, experiencing something/encountering someone & the attitude toward unavoidable suffering
3 Basic Concepts of Logotherapy
Life has meaning under all circumstances
Freedom to find meaning
The main motivation for living is our will to find meaning in life
Frankl’s 3 Postulates (the complement the 3 primary human capabilities)
Anthropological
Psychological
Philosophical
Anthropological (Postulate)
Man is self-determining
Psychological (Postulate)
Man’s key motivation is the search for meaning
Philosophical (Postulate)
Life has unconditional meaning
Frankl’s Sources of Meaning
Purposeful Work
Courage in the Face of Difficulty
Love
Purposeful Work
meaning life is unique to every individual
Courage in the Face of the Difficulty
a meaningful life is a life w/ suffering
Love
the ultimate factor to find the meaning of life
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