The Indivisible Self and Spirituality - Video Notes Flashcards

A comprehensive set of QUESTION_AND_ANSWER flashcards covering wellness, the Indivisible Self, gender and sexuality topics, culture and Filipino identity, spirituality, and related biblical references based on the provided lecture notes.

What is wellness?

A complete state of physical, mental and social wellbeing, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity (WHO); an integrated and dynamic level of functioning oriented toward maximizing potential, dependent upon self-responsibility.

What are the five basic elements of the Indivisible Self (Myers)

Essential Self; Coping Self; Physical Self; Creative Self; Social Self.

What is the Essential Self?

Understanding the Self; focus on purpose in life, what drives you, your values, belief in a higher power, time to care for yourself so you can care for others, and peace with your role in life.

What questions guide the Essential Self (Why Essential Self)?

What is your purpose in life? What drives you? What are your values? Do you believe in a higher power? Do you take time to care for yourself so you can care for others? Are you at peace with your role in life?

When does the determination of sex happen?

During fertilization.

What topic is listed on Page 18?

Human chromosomes.

What topic follows Human chromosomes?

Development of Sexual Organs.

What are Intersexes mentioned in the notes?

Hermaphrodite; congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) – overdevelopment of the adrenal glands from birth; ACTH (too much) – Cortisol (too little or absent).

What prenatal influences are hypothesized as causes of variation in sexual orientation?

Stress and alcohol level of the mother during pregnancy; mother’s immune system; brain anatomy differences (some structures differ by orientation).

What caveat is given about brain differences and sexual orientation?

We don’t know whether brain differences are causes or effects; persistent behaviors can change brain anatomy; published papers may overstate certain anatomical differences (Kalat, 2019).

What does Genesis 1:27 say about gender?

So God created mankind in His own image, in the image of God He created them; male and female He created them.

What does 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 say about forgiveness of sexual sins?

Sexual sins committed by heterosexuals, homosexuals, transgender people, or others can be forgiven, and lives can be transformed through faith in Jesus Christ.

What is said about incongruity between biological sex and gender identity in the notes?

Follow biblical principles in dealing with distress; reflect on God’s original plan of purity and sexual fidelity; belong to God and honor Him with your body and lifestyle (1 Cor 6:19).

What is culture?

The patterns of learned and shared behavior and beliefs of a particular social, ethnic, or age group; the complex whole of collective beliefs within a civilization.

Where does culture come from?

Group life; environments; resources; the evolved human mind.

How is culture formed?

Problem → express a cultural idea → share cultural ideas → form cultural ideas.

Who are Filipino citizens according to the 1987 Constitution?

Those whose fathers or mothers are citizens of the Philippines; those born before Jan 17, 1973, of Filipino mothers who elect Philippine citizenship upon reaching the age of majority; and those naturalized in accordance with law.

How is Filipino identity influenced by foreign culture?

Foreign culture, beliefs, language, and religion have shaped Filipino identity, setting a foundation for contemporary identity and culture.

What are the ten sources Filipino characteristics are rooted from?

Home environment; Social environment; Culture and language; History; Educational system; Religion; Economic environment; Political environment; Mass media; Leadership and role models.

What is Filipino hospitality?

Filipinos welcome guests and tourists as if they were family, offering food or a place to stay.

How is respect for elders shown in Filipino culture?

Kissing the hand ('Mano po!'), using 'po' and 'opo' in conversations; terms for elders (ate, kuya, tito, tita, lolo, Lola, manong, aling).

What is the Filipino cheerful personality?

Filipinos smile when happy, and sometimes when sad or angry; smiling is a coping strategy during trying times.

What is meant by close family ties in Filipino culture?

Tight family relationships with frequent reunions during birthdays, holidays, or fiestas.

What does self-sacrifice mean in Filipino values?

Filipinos extend help to friends and family; OFWs are seen as modern-day heroes; Ningas Kugon refers to starting things with enthusiasm but losing it quickly.

What does Bayanihan mean?

Spirit of communal unity and cooperation; giving without expecting something in return.

What is Bahala Na?

Attitude of leaving things to God; originated from 'Bathala na' (God).

What is Mañana in Filipino values?

Procrastination; 'Mamaya na' meaning delaying tasks.

What is Colonial mentality?

Lack of patriotism; preference for foreign products and trends; desire to look foreign.

What is Filipino time?

Attitude of arriving late to commitments or events.

What is Pride in Filipino values?

Pride can affect relationships; value placed on personal dignity sometimes at the expense of others.

What is Crab mentality?

A toxic trait where one resents others’ achievements and tries to pull them down, like crabs in a container.

What are some Filipino proverbs (Salawikain) listed?

Ang taong nagigipit, sa patalim kumakapit; Pag maliit ang kumot, matutong mamaluktot; Nasa Dios ang awa, nasa tao ang gawa; Kung walang tiyaga, walang nilaga.

What are examples of Filipino superstitions listed?

Pagpag; Tao po; Sukob.

What is the purpose of myths and legends in Filipino culture?

Explain origins and teach valuable lessons.

Who are some Filipino heroes and icons mentioned?

Lea Salonga, Manny Pacquiao, Jose Rizal.

What is Gen Z (Generation Z) characterized as?

Also known as ‘generation connected’ or ‘dot com kids’; raised on the internet and social media; stereotyped as tech-addicted, antisocial, or 'social justice warriors'.

What are Gen Alpha characteristics?

Pre-schoolers and kindergarteners; ‘digital natives’; most materially endowed and technologically literate; pacifiers are smartphones or tablets.

What is the Spiritual Self?

The most intimate, inner subjective part of the self; satisfaction from thinking about one’s moral sensibility, conscience, and unconquerable will.

What is the difference between Spiritual and Religious?

Spiritual relates to the human spirit or soul; religious relates to belief in God or gods and adherence to religious beliefs.

Why is spirituality important?

Associated with better health and well-being; resilience and psychological well-being; social support and belonging; longevity and quality of life.

What are contemplative practices used for?

Develop concentration, deepen understanding and insight, and cultivate awareness and compassion.

What is the topic of the meta-analysis by Stulp et al. (2019)?

God representations and aspects of psychological functioning.

What does Koohsar & Bonab (2011) study?

Relation between the quality of the image of God and mental health in college students.

What outcomes are linked to meditating on a God of Love?

Increased empathy, sympathy, compassion, altruism; sharp thinking and improved memory.

What is a protective factor related to having a positive view of God?

A positive view about God is described as a protective factor.

What does Psalm 91:1-2 emphasize about knowing God?

The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim his handiwork; day and night reveal knowledge.

What does John 20:31 say?

These are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.

What does John 17:3 say?

This is eternal life, that they might know thee, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom thou hast sent.

What does Galatians 3:28 say about equality in Christ?

There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.