CHAPTER 11 (May) Flashcards
Emphasis on facing destiny, cherishing freedom, and living authentically.
Existential Psychology
Represents the unity of person and environment, emphasizing existence in the world.
Dasein
Existentialists adopt a phenomenological approach, emphasizing the subjective experience of existence.
Being-in-the-World
Three Modes of Being-in-the-World?
Umwelt:
Mitwelt:
Eigenwelt:
The world of objects and nature.
Umwelt:
Relationships with others as humans, not objects.
Mitwelt:
Relationship with oneself, self-awareness, and understanding of one’s own existence.
Eigenwelt:
_____ is the most obvious form of nonbeing, prompting a more vital and meaningful life
Death
An anxiety that is disproportionate to the threat, involves repression, and leads to blocking-off of activity and awareness.
Neurotic anxiety
Growth and change involve experiencing _____ _______ proportionate to the threat.
Normal Anxiety
Arises when individuals deny their potentialities, fail to perceive others’ needs accurately, or remain oblivious to their dependence on the natural world.
Ontological Guilt
Stemming from alienation from nature due to technological advancement, reliance on others for basic needs contributes to this form of guilt.
Separation Guilt (Umwelt)
Arises from the inability to accurately perceive the needs of others, leading to feelings of inadequacy in relationships.
Perception Guilt (Mitwelt)
Associated with denying or failing to fulfill one’s own potentialities, leading to a sense of inadequacy or unfulfillment.
Self-Denial Guilt (Eigenwelt)
Involves recognizing another person as a fellow human being, empathizing with their emotions, and actively engaging in their well-being.
Care: