Module 5 Flashcards
The mind is made of a multiplicity of selves, as stated most
clearly by
Andras Angyal
are the capacities we carry within us from
multiple relationships. These are not discovered but created in our relationships with other people
multiples selves K. Gergen
emphasizes that the well-being comes when our personality dynamics
are congruent, cohesive, and consistent. It is understood that a person is essentially
connected with selfhood and identity.
Unified Self
The theory of a true self and a false self was advanced by (1960s)
British psychoanalyst Dr. Donald
Winnicott
refers to a sense of self that is based on authentic experience, and the feeling
of being truly present and alive
True Self
is a defensive façade, behind which the person can feel empty, its behaviors
being learned and controlled rather than spontaneous and genuine.
False Self
basically is about the focus on oneself and personal needs
egoism
reincarnation
seniority
materialistic
Western culture
is about focus on others and the feeling of others.
youth
evolution
collectivism
Eastern culture
are referred to as the school of thought from Greek
Philosophy. It is rooted from Rome and Christianity.
Western thoughts
focuses solely on self (Individualistic). this
means you compare in order to be better; you create associations and bask
in the glory of that group for your self-esteem.
Western Self
is the name of the game and they are more likely to be straightforward and forceful in their communication as well as decision-
making
Competition
roots are from Asia. It is collectivist in culture. It is all about ‘We’,
drawn on people’s actions and thought as one. Trying to get rid of the false ‘me’ concept
and find meaning in discovering the true ‘me’.
Eastern Thoughts
(refers to the highest universal principle, also called the ultimate)
Brahman
Soul or spirit
Atman
Brahman is an absolute reality, and Atman is the true knowledge of self.
The Law of
karma is the most important doctrine of blank Individual actions will lead to either
good or bad outcomes in one’s life.
Hinduism
there is no ātman (soul or spirit), no eternal Self, that could
accompany or exist behind the rebirth process of individual consciousness. They
deny all kinds of eternal beings or non-beings.
Buddhists
doctrines are anchored in the golden rule of “Do not do to others what
you would not want others to do to you”.
Confucian
believes that simplicity, spontaneity, and harmony with nature should
govern one’s life. An individual should live in his heart, accept himself, fully
understand himself, accept himself, and live at peace
Taoism
perceive themselves as stable entities, autonomous
from other people and their environment
personal reward
Individualists
view themselves as dynamic entities, continually defined
by their social context and relationships.
group goals
Collectivists
