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Introduction to Philosophy of the Human Person – Grade 11

Quarter 3 – Module 15: Human Transcendence and Limitations
First Edition, 2020

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Introduction of Philosophy of the
Human Person

Quarter 3
Self-Learning Module 15
HUMAN TRANSCENDENCE AND
LIMITATIONS
Introductory Message

For the Facilitator:

Welcome to the Introduction to Philosophy of the Human Person Grade

11 Self-Learning Module on Human Transcendence and Limitations!

This Self-Learning Module was collaboratively designed, developed and

reviewed by educators from the Schools Division Office of Pasig City headed by its
Officer-in-Charge Schools Division Superintendent, Ma. Evalou Concepcion A.
Agustin, in partnership with the City Government of Pasig through its mayor,
Honorable Victor Ma. Regis N. Sotto. The writers utilized the standards set by the K
to 12 Curriculum using the Most Essential Learning Competencies (MELC) in
developing this instructional resource.

This learning material hopes to engage the learners in guided and

independent learning activities at their own pace and time. Further, this also aims
to help learners acquire the needed 21st century skills especially the 5 Cs, namely:
Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Critical Thinking, and Character while
taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the
body of the module:

Notes to the Teacher

This contains helpful tips or strategies
that will help you in guiding the learners.

As a facilitator you are expected to orient the learners on how to use this
module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress while allowing them
to manage their own learning. Moreover, you are expected to encourage and assist
the learners as they do the tasks included in the module.
 For the Learner:

Welcome to the Introduction to Philosophy of the Human Person Self-

Learning Module on Human Transcendence and Limitations !

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and time. You
will be enabled to process the contents of the learning material while being an
active learner.

This module has the following parts and corresponding icons:

Expectations - This points to the set of knowledge and skills

that you will learn after completing the module.

Pretest - This measures your prior knowledge about the lesson

at hand.

Recap - This part of the module provides a review of concepts

and skills that you already know about a previous lesson.

Lesson - This section discusses the topic in the module.

Activities - This is a set of activities that you need to perform.

Wrap-Up - This section summarizes the concepts and

application of the lesson.

Valuing - This part integrates a desirable moral value in the

lesson.

Posttest - This measures how much you have learned from the
entire module.
 At the end of this lesson, students are expected to;

a.understand transcendence,
b.recognize possibilities for human transcendence and
c. evaluate own limitation and possibilities for their transcendence.

Direction: Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1.It is the existence above and beyond the limits of material experience.
a. Limitation c. Possibility
b. Opportunity d. Transcendence

2.The following belongs to the limitations of Transcendence EXCEPT;

a.it varies across all people c. it coincide with physical limitations of the body
b.it develops a positive outlook d. it does not come at a specified period

3.One of the possibilities of Transcendence is developing a positive outlook in life.

a.True c. False
b.Sometimes True d. Sometimes False

4. Which of the following is an example of bodily limitation of Transcendence?

a.negative influences c. abusive relationships
b.socio economic status d. mental disorder

5. The following will help you to overcome your limitations EXCEPT;

a.proper mindset c. competing with others
b.clearly defined goals d. motivation to rise above challenges

Quick Survey of Limitations

Direction: Choose the letter of the correct answer and write it on the space
provided before each number.

______ 1. I can live without using social media.

 A. Strongly agree C. Disagree
B. Agree D. Strongly disagree

______2. I would die being alone.

A. Strongly agree C. Disagree
B. Agree D. Strongly disagree

______ 3. I can stay up all day and night without feeling sleepy.
A. Strongly agree C. Disagree
B. Agree D. Strongly disagree

_____ 4. I can eat food without any preferences.

A. Strongly agree C. Disagree
B. Agree D. Strongly disagree

______5. I can bark like a dog or hisses like a cat.

A. Strongly agree C. Disagree
B. Agree D. Strongly disagree

St. Thomas Aquinas, a philosopher and one of the greatest theologian

in the Catholic Church in the 13th century, said that “of all creatures,
human beings have the unique power to change themselves and things for
the better.” (Ramos, 2016).

We have encountered persons who complain of any given situations or

accept the reality or status in life as God-given thing. We heard a man
sighing on TV during the early stage of Covid-19, “mahirap maging mahirap.”
Though it is true that poverty is not just personal but also structural, as an
individual person you know that you can do something to change the
situation. This power is your ability to surpass your limits. This is the
definition of Transcendence. You are able to transcend your limit through
your physical and mental abilities. (Abella, 2016).

These are some suggestions to help you transcend your own limitations

Set Targets

If you want to transcend yourself, you need to have something to aim for.
Set realistic goals and targets. This maybe getting rid of a bad habit; it may
be getting up 30 minutes earlier; it may be to improve your physical health.
If you have something to aim for it remains a powerful motivation. As you
achieve a small improvement, you can continue to raise the target. If it is
not so easy to achieve your goals – don’t give up. Self transcendence
requires patience, and perseverance.

Don’t Be Limited by Your Own Thoughts

The first thing we need to be aware of, is how easily we can be affected by
our own self imposed limitations. Quite often, we may be unaware of how
much we allow our thoughts to limit our perspective and capacities. These
thoughts and ideas are often deeply embedded in our mind. However, whilst
we cherish these thoughts, they will always act as an invisible barrier.
Examine carefully, your own thoughts. If you find yourself often saying “I
can’t do that..” try to at least suspend disbelief.

Don’t Listen to People’s Negativity

The world has more than its fair share of critics. They have a role to play;
but, progress does not come through listening to the doubts, suspicions and
disbelief of critics. It is important to be able to differentiate between
constructive advice and criticism; when you can learn to ignore negativity
you are free to aim for the highest.

Be Focused and Wholly Committed

Our self-transcendence does not come through half hearted attempts. If we

can harness the power of concentration we will gain unimaginable focus.
True concentration is the ability to focus on one thing to the the exclusion of
all else. Usually, our attention is dispersed – this makes our energy equally
dispersed; when we learn to concentrate our self improvement will come
spontaneously.

Remember Many Things were Impossible

If we always listened to the so called ‘experts’ we would probably still be

travelling around in a horse and cart. Many times we see people proudly
proclaiming: ‘that is impossible’ When we look at things from the limitations
of the mind, they probably do seem impossible. But, when we bring our
inner soul qualities to the fore, is anything impossible?

Inspiration of Personal Examples

Until quite recently, the Olympics didn’t allow women to compete in the
marathon (it was added as late as 1984) it was felt women were incapable of
running such distances. However, we now see, the women’s marathon time
being quite close to men’s.
 Transcendence is not just about physical achievements; it is about
being willing to let go of all self imposed limitations. Look closely at yourself;
examine in which areas you could easily do more. Which aspects of your life
would you like to transcend? However, there are many examples of
individual self-transcendence that we can use for our own inspiration.

Direction: Fill up the information needed to complete the table.

Strengths Weaknesses Desires

Abilities Talents Fears Hesitations What can I do more?
( I can ) ( I always (I can’t) (I am
do) afraid)

I have known that.....

___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
I realized that.......
__________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________
How did the present crisis make you realize the reality of human limitations,
uncertainties and possibilities?
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________

Direction: Choose the letter of the correct answer.

1.One of the possibilities of Transcendence is developing a positive outlook in life.

a.True c. False
b.Sometimes True d. Sometimes False

2.Which of the following is an example of bodily limitation of Transcendence?

a.negative influences c. abusive relationships
b.socio economic status d. mental disorder

3.It is the existence above and beyond the limits of material experience.
a.Limitation c. Possibility
b.Opportunity d. Transcendence

4.The following will help you to overcome your limitations EXCEPT;

a.proper mindset c. competing with others
b.clearly defined goals d. motivation to rise above challenges

5.The following belongs to the limitations of Transcendence EXCEPT;

a.it varies across all people c. it coincide with physical limitations of the body
b.it develops a positive outlook d. it does not come at a specified period
 5.C 5.B
4.D 4.C
3.A 3.D
2.B 2.D
1.D 1.A
PRE TEST POST TEST

References
C. Ramos. 2016. Introduction to the Philosophy of the Human Person.
Manila. Rex Book Store Inc.