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Understanding The Self: Course Material No. 5
Understanding The Self: Course Material No. 5
THE SELF
Course Material No. 5
Jigo Rafael
Catamio, MAEd, RGC
Course Instructor
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pretest
4 Pre-Activity Title
Before you start, try answering the following
questions.
are the dimensions of Self that we need to
5 Eastern and Western
Self
1. What
consider in comparison with the concepts of East
and Western perspectives?
7 Lesson Summary
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2. What is Individualistic and Collectivistic? 7 Key Terms
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3. What
8 Posttest
are the four great Eastern schools of thought?
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9 References
4. What are the possible strengths and weaknesses of
the concepts of Self between West and East?
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5. Why is it important to understand all the underlying
factors explaining the Self on the views of East and
West?.
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The importance of
the comparison
between East and
West
Key Point
After learning the various
concepts about self on
different sciences and
schools of thought, it is
important for us to
distinguish the difference of
the ideations on the matter
of Self between the cultural
perspective of East and
West. Knowing both their
strengths and weaknesses
would enable us to
customize our own views in
life and our notions about
our concepts of Self.
1. My Life is….
2. I believe that other people….
3. The future seems….
4. I have to….
5. I will be the happiest person in the world when..
6. Problems in life often….
7. I want to…
8. I consider myself as…
9. As compared to others, I am….
10. People around me are usually….
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• Through the practice of the eight fold paths and detachment to desires
to reach eliminate misery in life and reach “nirvana” literally
translated as ‘blowing out’ or a state of enlightenment where peace
and true happiness can be achieved or a state of transcendence that is
devoid of self-reference. (Buddhism)
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LESSON SUMMARY
It was emphasized in this chapter the difference between the Eastern and
Western perspectives of Self. The priorities that they have, the beliefs that
they hold unto, and the goals of each views that define a person’s happiness
and aspirations in life.
It is important to note, that each and every concept that was discussed is
important in order for us to have a better concept of who we are and what we
may become in the future. The ultimate goal is to find the best elements or
aspects of each approach and combine them in order for us to have an easier
time in understanding our selves.
KEY TERMS
POSTTEST
REFERENCES
Alata, E.J., Caslib Jr., B.N., Serafica, J.P., & Pawilen, R.A. (2018). Understanding the Self. [1st
ed.]. Quezon City: Rex Book Store, Inc.
Go-Monilla, M.J. & Ramirez, N. (2018). Understanding the Self. [1st ed.]. Quezon City: C & E
Pub.
Pe-Pua R., & Protacio-Marcelino E. (2000) Sikolohiyang Pilipino (Filipino Psychology): A
Legacy of Virgilio Enriquez. Asian Journal of Social Psychology, 3, 49-71. Retrieved
September 18, 2020 from https://www.indigenouspsych.org/Members/Pe-
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