Lesson 0: Knowing Oneslef Flashcards
According to Plato, the
beginning of knowledge
self-knowledge
the union of elements that constitute individuality and identity of a person
self
constitute your physical attributes, your health, and your posture and poise
body
the way you think, and how you perceive things around you
thoughts
how you feel about the things around you
feelings or emotions
a widespread reaction of interest and excitement about something
sensations
The union of these elements makes up your
character or personality
starts with
assessing yourself so, to further know yourself, it is important to pause for a while
and analyze what you feel, think, and do
self-awareness
Your ability to reflect and think about your
own thoughts, feelings, actions
introspection
Your physical attributes such as height, skin complexion, temperament and
the likes may be
inherited from your parents
may contribute as well in your attitude
like how you behave on a given situation
environment where you grow and the people around you
A great way to refresh dreams and reminisce about your future endeavors is to remember your
ideal self
in contemporary literature and even common sense, is commonly defined by the following characteristics: “separate, self-contained, independent, consistent, unitary, and private”
self
it means it is distinct, different and unique from others
separate
It has its own uniqueness that defines him/her from others. It has an identity of its own, even twins, may it be fraternal, is very much distinct from the other.
separate
e describe its existence as having its own independence. It may exist with or without others; it is self-containing of its own thoughts, characteristics and volition
self-contained
A person may sort out information, feelings and emotions, and thought processes within the self.
the self is private
what you can be
ideal self
your current self
actual self
pertains to the image or aspirations of what you want to become.
ideal self
as the term implies “actual”, is your present self that you see on the daily basis.
ideal self
It is the self that is constantly keeping in touch in your everyday experiences.
ideal self
This is a collection of beliefs about one’s basic nature, unique qualities, and typical behavior.
self-concept
factors that shape self-concept
your own observations; feedback from others; cultural values
In the process of self-introspection, that may help you re-evaluate your motivations and, in real-time, observing what you do at this moment is one of the significant information about your interest or dislike.
During early childhood, we start observing our behavior and drawing conclusions about ourselves. We are aware of what we do; we dislike; can and cannot do.
your own observations
Positive and negative criticisms also create an impact
feedback from others
Everyone contributes in reshaping the self-concept
feedback from others
Self-concept is also indirectly influenced by
cultural values
