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The document discusses several perspectives on understanding the self through examining others' views and engaging in self-reflection. It argues that considering how others see us provides insight into our character and areas for growth. It also asserts that without regular self-examination, as advocated by Socrates, people cannot distinguish right from wrong or determine their purpose. The document also notes that while self-improvement is difficult to measure, striving for growth and being better than yesterday are signs of progress. Finally, it discusses how culture, such as one's family and faith, shape identity and provide a sense of purpose and community.

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UTS

The document discusses several perspectives on understanding the self through examining others' views and engaging in self-reflection. It argues that considering how others see us provides insight into our character and areas for growth. It also asserts that without regular self-examination, as advocated by Socrates, people cannot distinguish right from wrong or determine their purpose. The document also notes that while self-improvement is difficult to measure, striving for growth and being better than yesterday are signs of progress. Finally, it discusses how culture, such as one's family and faith, shape identity and provide a sense of purpose and community.

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1.

What is the relevance of the different perspectives towards understanding


the self?

Understanding and considering other people's views and opinions are crucial
to having pleasant and effective relationships with families, friends, and
acquaintances in schools, and workplaces. It also molds individual
personalities by providing insight into how to grow as a person by deciding
which perceptions are beneficial to us. This permits us to integrate and
understand what other people think of us. People shape their characters in
reaction to how they are seen by others. Reflecting on other people's opinions
can help you achieve self-actualization. Interacting with people may help one
form a clear picture of who they are. To improve our interpersonal abilities, we
should first grasp how others see us when we interact with them.
Communication is a way by which someone understands the areas in which
one has to develop.

2. What happens when a person proceeds in life without examining or


pausing? How do you understand the examination of the self as Socrates
would say?
According to Socrates, "a life without examination is not worth living." We
must evaluate ourselves and the world regularly, otherwise, we will behave
without thinking, unable to distinguish between good and bad action, and
unable to determine our ultimate goal in life. Realizing what made us who we
are, how we act, what motivates us and keeps us going, and what pushes us
and makes us think critically. What makes life worth living is how equipped
you are for life, not how quickly you move. Socrates, in my opinion, urged us
to examine ourselves and learn about ourselves. This level of self-awareness
is crucial for leading a fulfilled life. People living an unexamined existence go
through the motions of their lives without thinking about what their futures may
hold. We went through the ups and downs of life without ever thinking about
our behaviors, experiences, or insights because we live an unexamined
existence. What good are we in this world if we don't look into the life and
think about it? An examined life provides an opportunity to reflect on the past,
look forward to the future, and live in the present.

3. After studying the different concepts and dynamics of the self, have you
seen development or change of perspective?

Yes. We've come to develop and not do anything. Self-improvement cannot


be assessed since we all have various skills and intellectual styles. As a
result, self-improvement is also synonymous with happiness. Progressives
are happy individuals because stagnation in life causes dissatisfaction and
unhappiness. However, if you know where you're coming from and where
you're heading, any growth is wonderful; the best measure of self-
improvement is to be the better version of yourself than you were yesterday.
There will always be potential for change and development as we grow. As
we mature and learn to manage things appropriately, we may have a new
perspective on things.
4. Evaluate the following statement: “I am not what I think I am and I am not
what you think I am; I am what I think that you think I am”

People's opinions on themselves differ from their perspectives on others.


They are entirely immersed in their feelings, emotions, and ideas, while their
perceptions of others are formed by what they perceive. This basic inequity
has had far consequences. It enables people to evaluate themself and their
behaviors completely than they evaluate others. We may deduce from the
statement that we people are self-conscious about our appearance. We gain
this understanding of our identity by envisioning others see us in our
perspective. When we're among a group of individuals and one of them
begins to laugh, we instinctively look around to see whether there's anything
hilarious about how we appear. Thus, we assess ourselves based on our
perceptions of others' assessments of us.

5. How are yourself and your identity constructed and influenced by your
culture? Include three things you discovered about your cultural identity?\

Culture separates communities and has a significant impact on our everyday


lives. My parents taught me the lessons that I may apply throughout my life as
I grew up, as they introduced me into this world when I was born. One way
that culture has influenced me is that as I came of age, my parents had
already welcomed God into my life, and I was able to understand how to pray
and deepen my relationship with God through the bible. Constantly, our family
went to the church to attend the mass. This culture has a significant impact on
my sense of self to be a religious person. I've always considered my faith to
be extremely crucial to my personality. I've found a way to cope with pressure
because of God's grace and kept me going as a person because I trust in him.
I also learned that being family-oriented is essential for moving forward in life.
Because Filipino families are so family-oriented, it has developed my
character in a manner that I appreciate, love, and give importance to them
much more, as well as establish ties with them. I was able to build real
attachments with my loved ones. As a result, they were the ones that inspired
me with the cultures that they taught to help me develop into the woman I am
today, thankful, happy, and cherished.

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