Module 5

Question 1

The mind is made of a multiplicity of selves, as stated most
clearly by

Answer 1

Andras Angyal

Question 2

are the capacities we carry within us from
multiple relationships. These are not discovered but created in our relationships with other people

Answer 2

multiples selves K. Gergen

Question 3

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.

Answer 3

Unified Self

Question 4

The theory of a true self and a false self was advanced by (1960s)

Answer 4

British psychoanalyst Dr. Donald
Winnicott

Question 5

refers to a sense of self that is based on authentic experience, and the feeling
of being truly present and alive

Answer 5

True Self

Question 6

is a defensive façade, behind which the person can feel empty, its behaviors
being learned and controlled rather than spontaneous and genuine.

Answer 6

False Self

Question 7

basically is about the focus on oneself and personal needs
egoism
reincarnation
seniority
materialistic

Answer 7

Western culture

Question 8

is about focus on others and the feeling of others.
youth
evolution
collectivism

Answer 8

Eastern culture

Question 9

are referred to as the school of thought from Greek
Philosophy. It is rooted from Rome and Christianity.

Answer 9

Western thoughts

Question 10

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.

Answer 10

Western Self

Question 11

is the name of the game and they are more likely to be straightforward and forceful in their communication as well as decision-
making

Answer 11

Competition

Question 12

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’.

Answer 12

Eastern Thoughts

Question 13

(refers to the highest universal principle, also called the ultimate)

Answer 13

Brahman

Question 14

Soul or spirit

Answer 14

Atman

Question 15

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.

Answer 15

Hinduism

Question 16

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.

Answer 16

Buddhists

Question 17

doctrines are anchored in the golden rule of “Do not do to others what
you would not want others to do to you”.

Answer 17

Confucian

Question 18

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

Answer 18

Taoism

Question 19

perceive themselves as stable entities, autonomous
from other people and their environment

personal reward

Answer 19

Individualists

Question 20

view themselves as dynamic entities, continually defined
by their social context and relationships.

group goals

Answer 20

Collectivists