TASK NO.

2:
WHAT DOES HE SAY?
Directions: Fill in the appropriate key terms to complete the diagram below. Then using the guide questions below, discuss your diagram and make
a video to be posted in our e-classroom.
William James considered body as the initial source of sensation
and necessary for the origin and maintenance of personality.

Sigmund Freud's construction of self and personality makes the

physical body the core of human experience.

Reich argued that mind and body are one; all psychological
processes, he postulated, are a part of physical processes, and
vice versa.

Erikson defines identity as a “fundamental organizing principal which

develops constantly throughout the lifespan.”

Jung argued that physical processes are relevant to us only to the

extent they are represented in the psyche.

Physical Self refers to the body, this marvelous container and complex, finely
tuned, machine with which we interface with our environment and fellow beings.

People with inflated self-esteem tend to think of themselves as better than other
people and are always ready to underestimate others.

High self-esteem means generally holding yourself in positive regard.

Low self-esteem is when someone lacks confidence about who they are and
what they can do.

1. What is physical self?

Physical self-concept is the individual’s perception of themselves in areas of physical ability and appearance. Physical ability includes
concepts such as physical strength and endurance, while appearance refers to attractiveness and body image.

2. Explain the three types of self-esteem.

INFLATED SELF-ESTEEM: People with inflated self-esteem tend to think of themselves as better than other people and are always ready
to underestimate others. This is actually a very negative type of self-esteem because it prevents people who have it from forming meaningful
and healthy relationships. HIGH SELF-ESTEEM: People who have high self-esteem tend to love and accept themselves. They believe in
themselves and their abilities. They have the confidence that whatever challenges might come, they will be able to surpass it. Some of the
benefits of high self-esteem includes being able to be yourself without the fear of being judged, readiness to accept new challenges, not
always searching for approval from other people, readiness to learn new things as you accept that you do not know everything and also take
corrective criticism. LOW SELF-ESTEEM: People who have low self esteem, think of themselves as below average. They do not believe in
themselves, they do not trust in their abilities and they do not place value on themselves. Low self-esteem can affect a lot of things in one’s
life. Some of the effects of low self-esteem are poor relationships, addiction, depression and anxiety.

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TASK NO.3:

A. Case Scenario
Kate is 21 years of age and has struggled with her weight all her life. She remembers back in primary school how the kids used to call her “fatty” and
would not want to play with her. The taunting continued throughout high school however it was more subtle. Kate found it difficult to make friends and
often found herself excluded from social events.

Although Kate’s mother is very supportive, the put downs continued at home. Kate’s father would say things like “why
don’t you go on a diet” or “what are you eating that for it’s only going to make you fatter”. Her elder brother was embarrassed to be seen with her and
to make things worse, he was quite athletic.

A few months back, things were starting to turn around for Kate. She began a relationship with a man (Mark), started
exercising and lost about 10 kilograms. Slowly she started feeling better about herself, however the relationship didn’t last and consequently Kate’s
self-esteem is now at its lowest. She blames herself for the break-up and believes that her boyfriend ended the relationship because she’s fat.
However, when questioned further about this Kate could not recall a time when Mark had ever criticized her appearance, in fact he seemed to be
very supportive.

At the moment Kate has such low self-esteem that she doesn’t even want to try to find a job, she thinks “who is ever going to hire me”. Kate
also described how her friends have stopped calling her because they say she is constantly criticizing them. Kate stays at home all day and every
time she looks in the mirror she thinks how ugly she is. It is important to note that Kate is currently within the healthy weight range for her age and
height.

GUIDE Questions:

1. What do you think influence Kate’s low self-esteem?

Body shaming

2. If you are Kate’s friend, how will you help her? What does she need to do in order to overcome her low self-esteem?
If I were Kate’s friend ,I will help her overcome her low self – esteem by advising her that we are all unique and we are capable of life
and I will tell her that she should accept her flaws so that I others will. And its your life Kate , your life your choice don’t mind the
people who just do gossip and criticize you .

3. How important it is for Kate to overcome her low self-esteem?

It is very important for Kate to overcome her low self- esteem so that she can enjoy life and discover more of beautiful things.
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TASK NO. 3:

Identify what is being asked in each statement below. Write your answer before each number.
Puberty 1. It is the stage of development when individuals become sexually mature.

Erogenous zones 2. These areas of the body are highly sensitive to stimuli and are often sexually
exciting.
The sexual 3. It refers to the sequence of physical and emotional occurrences when the
response cycle person is participating in a sexually stimulating activity.
Hypothalamus 4. It is the most important part of the brain for sexual functioning.

Oxytocin 5. It is also known as the “love hormone” and believed to be involved in our
desire to maintain close relationships.
Stage 4 6. This is a stage that involves the desire to have lasting commitment with your
significant other.
Sexual Orientation 7. It is a person’s emotional and erotic attraction toward another individual.

Gender identity 8. It refers to one’s sense of being male or female.

Natural family 9. This is a method which uses the body’s natural physiological changes and
planning (NFP) symptoms to identify the fertile and infertile phases of the menstrual cycle.
Hormonal 10. It refers to a method that manipulates the hormones which directly affect the
Contraception normal menstrual cycle so that ovulation will not occur.

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TASK NO. 2:

In your journal, write a brief entry guided by the questions below.

1. Whatever your religion is, how do you practice your faith? (e.g., through prayer, meditation, yoga,
etc.)
2. Do you believe in spirits? Supernatural forces? If yes, do you have a personal encounter or
experience with those forces? What did you do?

Answers:
1. Through prayer.
2. No, I don’t believe.

Performance

TASK NO. 3:

Identify what is being asked in each statement below write your answer before each number.

Spiritual 1. It is defined as “relating to or affecting the human spirit or soul as opposed

to material or physical things.”
Meditation 2. It is a mental exercise for the purpose of reaching a heightened level of
spiritual awareness.
Rituals 3. They refer to repeated physical gestures or activities, such as prayers and
mantras.
Animism 4. It is the attribution of a soul to plants, objects, and natural phenomena.

Dungan 5. It is a vital force that occupies the body which is the conscious intellectual
and emotional aspects.
Ceremony 6. It refers to a formal act performed in observation of an event or
anniversary.
Yoga 7. It is a Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, which teaches the suppression
of all mind and body activity so that the self may attain liberation.
Prayer 8. It is a spiritual communion with God as in supplication, thanksgiving,
adoration, or confession.
Religion 9. It is defined as “the belief in and worship of a superhuman controlling power,
especially a personal God or gods.”
Journaling 10. Another contemplative practice that can help you become more aware of
your inner life and feel more connected to your experience and the world
around you.

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