LESSON 4:

THE PHYSICAL
SELF
Presented by:
Cativo, Zedekiah P.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
 Discuss the concepts of heredity and maturation.
 Identify biological and environmental factors that impact
the physical self.
 Analyze and evaluate issues associated with the physical
well-being.
 A. The Biological
Blueprint
A crucial aspect of the self is one’s physical features. People are often recognized intially
by their physical features, including the face, bodily structure, height and weight. However, more
than physical attributes, people should also consider their physical competencies, evaluation of
physical worth, and perceptions of beauty.

The physical self is shaped by biological and environmental factors. The physical self,
however, is surrounded by issues associated wit health, hygiene, nutrition. and standards of
beauty, among others. Physical Self refers to the body, this marvelous container and complex,
finely tuned, machine with which we interface with our environment and fellow beings. The
Physical Self is the concrete dimension, the tangible aspect of the person that can be directly
observed and examined.
HEREDITY
Defined as the transmission of traits from parents
to offspring. It is the sum of all biological
processes by which particular characteristics are
transmitted from parents to their offspring.
GENE
The basic unit of heredity. Genes carry the
information that determines your traits, which are
features or characteristics that are on to you—or
inherited—from your parents.
GENOTYPE
Refers to the specific information embedded
within one’s genes. A genotype is an individual’s
collection of genes. The term also can refer to the
two alleles inherited for a particular gene.
PHENOTYPE
The physical expression of a particular trait.
Genotype can be determined through blood testing
while phenotype can be easily observed. The term
“phenotype” refers to the observable physical
properties of an organism; these include the
organism’s appearance, development, and
behavior.
CHROMOSOMES
Each individual carries 23 pairs of chromosomes
—threadlike bodies in the nucleus of the cell that
acts as the storage unit of genes. A chromosome is
the structure housing DNA in a cell.
SEX CHROMOSOME
Also known as the 23rd pair, this determines the
sex of an individual. A sex chromosome is a type
of chromosome that participates in sex
determination.
DNA
Considered the blueprint of the life, thus, no two
individuals have the same DNA. DNA is the
chemical name for the molecule that carries
genetic instructions of all living things.
MATURATION
Known as the completion of the growth of a
genetic character within an organism or folding of
an individual’s inherent traits of potential.
Maturation enables people to walk, run, and talk.
Maturation is the process of learning to cope and
react in an emotionally appropriate way.
B. Environmental Conditioning
These are influences that shape your physical self, including those from your social
networks, societal expectations, and cultural practices.
 There is nothing wrong with enhancing one’s
physical self. What is problematic is when a person
focuses on too much on physical beauty and
disregard everything else. Here are the tips in
taking care of yourself and your body.
1. Sleep Well
You cannot be at your best without sleep. It affects
our mood, memory, and concentration. Sleep lets
the brain:

● Clears itself of toxins;

● Do some repairs;
● Processes the day’s events, and;
● Sets memories.
2. Be Active
Moving during the day and doing planned physical
activities (such as an exercise class) are both
important. There are many benefits from doing
these, and being active is one of the best things to
help keep brain healthy. Being active helps:

● Increase blood flow and oxygen to the brain;

● Improve memory and learning’
● Encourage new brain cells and the connections
between them, and;
● Reduce your risk for dementia (loss of
memory, language, problem-solving, and other
thinking skills).
3. Eat Healthy
You need to eat the right amount of combination
of food to ensure your health and sustenance.
Following a healthy diet can result in healthy skin,
ideal weight, and better stamina.

Eating healthy food can prevent and manage

diseases like high blood pressure, high cholesterol,
diabetes, some cancers, and obesity.
4. Be Confident
Self confidence is your best make-up and it results
in an optimal well-being. Being in yourself,
embrace a positive outlook toward various
situations and problems, and love and accept who
you are.
THANK YOU FOR
LISTENING!