The Human Person and his Intersubjectivity
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Title Page
The Human Person and his Intersubjectivity
Prepared by: MS. JOANA L. CAPINDIT
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Intersubjectivity
Introduction to the concept of intersubjectivity.
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Focus Questions
What is subjectivity?
Differentiate the social from interhuman.
Differentiate I-It from I-thou relationship.
What is dialogue?
What are the obstacles to authentic dialogue?
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Intersubjectivity Defined
Definition: Intersubjectivity is a condition where individuals (subjects) exist among other individuals (also subjects).
Experiential Sharing: It describes how social knowledge is acquired through shared experiences.
Disciplines Involved: Interdisciplinary interest across philosophy, psychology, sociology, anthropology, and neuroscience.
Term Breakdown: "Inter" means "between" or "among", and subjectivity refers to a person's first-person perspective of the world.
Experience: It involves co-constituting social interactions through both implicit and explicit channels.
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Martin Buber's Perspective
Quote: "The World is not comprehensible, but it is embraceable; through the embracing of one of its beings."
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Martin Buber
Jewish existentialist philosopher.
Born in Vienna, raised in the Jewish tradition.
Authored I and Thou (1923), encapsulating the human person’s totality and concrete existence.
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Pope John Paul II (Karol Wojtyla)
Quote: "The world in we live is composed of many objects."
Utilized mass media to enhance spiritual consciousness.
Elected as pope on October 16, 1978 (264th pope).
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More on Pope John Paul II
Contributed to the fall of communism in Poland.
In his encyclical Fides et ratio, he critiqued the definition of humans as mere "rational animals."
Emphasized humanity’s conscious action, will, and self-determination.
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Shared Philosophical Views
Buber and Wojtyla believed in the concrete existence of the human person.
Focus on maintaining self-awareness in social experiences.
Both philosophers rejected simplistic views of humans as composite beings.
Wojtyla’s concept of social dimension through We relations.
Buber’s focus on interpersonal I-You relations.
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Social vs. Interhuman
Social relates to group life based on shared experiences.
Interhuman captures the interpersonal dynamics and rich dialogues among individuals.
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Dialogue
Definition: Genuine relationships where individuals recognize each other as equals.
Foundation of true dialogue is mutual recognition and respect.
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Obstacles to Dialogue
Seeming Being: Masking true self to appear more favorable.
Speechifying: Talking past one another, not genuinely engaging.
Personal Making Present: Opening oneself to the other genuinely.
Imposition: Insisting one’s values over another.
Unfolding: Recognizing and valuing everyone’s uniqueness.
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Reflective Quote from Buber
"The origin of all conflict between me and my fellowmen is that I do not say what I mean and I don’t do what I say."
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Seeming Being
Defined as approaching others with a created image rather than accepting oneself genuinely.
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Acceptance as Change
Quote: "Acceptance is the road to all change." -Bryant McGill.
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Speechifying Defined
Definition: Engaging in conversation without listening.
Not truly hearing the other person.
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Personal Making Present
Fully opening oneself to another.
Key in fostering genuine relationships.
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Barriers to Personal Sharing
Questioning why it’s challenging to open up to others.
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Challenges to Dialogue
Analytic Thinking: Breaking persons into parts limits true understanding.
Reductive Thinking: Over-simplifying individuals to categories.
Derivational Thinking: Reducing a person to a formula.
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Imposition Explained
Holding one's own beliefs over others without consideration.
Dictating how others should act or respond.
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Unfolding in Dialogue
Finding goodness, beauty, and truth in others.
Respecting individuality in each person.
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Intersubjectivity as Ontology
Discussing the social dimensions of self within relationships with others.
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Buber’s I-Thou Philosophy
Relates to fulfilling one's potential through relationships with others.
Meaning and purpose arise through interactions—not in isolation.
Promotes genuine acceptance and deep interpersonal connections.
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Love in Buber's View
Love transcends mere possession; it exists between individuals.
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Ich-Es (I-It) Relationship
Characterized by objectification; treating others as means to an end.
Lack of mutuality; the interaction resembles a monologue.
Social implications highlighted through Filipino women's situations.
Example: Treating inanimate objects with indifference.
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Wojtyla's We-Relation
Action reflects personal identity and character.
Participation in communal life is essential to selfhood.
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Filipino Perspective on Relationships
Emphasis on harmony with others and nature.
Nondual thinking fosters interpersonal connections.
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Loob: Spiritual Dimension
Deeply rooted in Filipino spirituality and religion.
Balances personal life with social responsibility.
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Stages of Communion with God
Faith: Accepting natural laws as divine expression.
Reason: Attempting to understand divine laws.
Experience: Overcoming attachments through lived experiences.
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Utang na Loob
Concept of debt of gratitude woven into social fabric.
Strengthens family and social bonds through reciprocity.
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Appreciating PWDs and Underprivileged Sectors
Awareness of challenges faced by PWDs and marginalized populations.
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Impact of Disability
Parents' emotional responses to their child's disability.
The importance of using appropriate terminology.
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Underprivileged Sectors of Society
Poverty is multidimensional, extending beyond mere financial metrics.
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Dimensions of Poverty
Incorporates education, health, and social empowerment alongside income.
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Income Poverty
Defined primarily through lack of financial resources and employment.
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Health as a Measure of Poverty
Recognition that health is closely tied to economic status and resources.
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Human Rights and Global Poverty
The church's focus on ensuring justice for marginalized sectors.
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Women's Rights Historical Perspective
Rousseau's perspective on women's roles as a reflection of societal norms.
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Mary Wollstonecraft's Advocacy
Argued for women's rights to education and equality.
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Empowerment of Women
Women should maintain dignity and independence.
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Reflection on Poverty and Oppression
Personal thoughts on witnessing poverty and societal roles.
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Authentic Dialogue
Emphasizes acceptance and understanding of individual differences.
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Conversations as Humanity
Martin Heidgger’s view of conversation as deeper than idle talk.
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Genuine Communication
Importance of mutual understanding in dialogue.
Achieving deeper human connection through empathetic conversation.
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Buber's Insights on Dialogues
Critical evaluation of interpersonal relations to avoid objectification.
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Wojtyla's Perspective on Dialogue
Emphasizes that authentic dialogue enhances human fulfillment.
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Common Threads in Philosophical Thought
Shared views on the importance of dialogue in human relationships.
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Faces of Intersubjectivity
Emphasizing the richness of human experience amid modern technological advancements.