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    The document compares Western and Eastern views of the self. In Western thought, the self is viewed as individualistic and rational, emphasizing independence and self-sufficiency. Eastern thought views the self as collectivistic and spiritual, focusing on compassion within society according to principles like Confucianism's junzi, li, and ren. While Western views promote individual goals and achievement, Eastern views see the self as part of a collective that works cooperatively with others.

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    The Self in Western and

    Eastern Thought
    SHELA MAY S. SOLMAYOR
    OBJECTIVES
    AT THE END OF THE LESSON, THE STUDENTS
    WILL BE ABLE TO:
    •Explain the Western concept of self;
    •Discuss the different Eastern concept of self; and
    •Compare Western and Eastern views of self
    SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF THE SELF IN

    WESTERN THOUGHT
    SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF THE SELF IN
    WESTERN THOUGHT
    • They emphasized the importance of scientific
    methods of investigation to provide
    satisfactory answers in understanding the self.
    • It emphasizes individualistic rather than
    relational.
    SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF THE SELF IN
    WESTERN THOUGHT
    • Self-sufficiency – implies confidence

    • Self being rational – everything is logic and


    reason

    • Self-efficacy - everything can be explained by


    science
    SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF THE SELF IN

    EASTERN THOUGHT
    SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF THE SELF IN
    EASTERN THOUGHT
    • Primarily viewed as collectivistic and is
    grounded on nature.

    • Focus on spirituality and philosophy


    SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF THE SELF IN
    EASTERN THOUGHT
    • In Confucian system:
     Self is a person within the society who exhibits
    refinement and compassion.

    • Principle of Confucius: junzi, li, and ren


    SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF THE SELF IN
    EASTERN THOUGHT
    • Junzi – virtuous person

    • Li – spiritual rituals and sacrifices

    • Ren/jen – compassionate
    SOCIAL CONSTRUCTION OF THE SELF IN
    EASTERN THOUGHT
    • In Hinduism system:
     Law of Karma
     Believe in “Atman” meaning being an immortal
    soul continue to be reincarnated from lifetime to
    lifetime.
    INDIVIDUALISM VS COLLECTIVISM

    Promotes individual
    Active player in society.
    goals, initiative and
    achievement.
    Rules promote unity,
    brotherhood,
    Self-importance.
    selflessnessness.
    INDIVIDUALISM VS COLLECTIVISM

    Being dependent to Working with others


    others seen as and/or cooperating is the
    shameful. norm.

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