physical-self-understanding-the-self group one

All about psychological foundations and cognitive theories

1. PHYSICAL SELF Understanding the Self

2. TABLE OF CONTENTS Concept of Physical self Norms and standards of beauty are the accepted ideas in a society about what makes a person attractive. Role of culture in our understanding of body and self-esteem Describe the Physical self

3. WHAT IS PHYSICAL SELF? refers to the body, which is the concrete dimension that can be directly observed . It is the initial source of sensation and necessary for personality development according to some theorists.

4. PHYSICAL SELF? refers to the body that includes basic parts such as head, neck, arms, and legs made up of other organs such as the brain, heart, lungs, stomach, intestines, and muscles in general, the body performs its functions least well during (1) infancy and (2) old age. physical efficiency generally peaks in early adulthood and declines into the middle age. physical development and growth during childhood continues at a slow rate compared with rapid rate of growth in babyhood. One of the crucial stages of development is the adolescence stage. it is a tangible aspect of the person that can be directly observed and examined

5. THE CONCEPT OF PHYSICAL SELF William James consider body as initial source of sensation and necessary for the origin maintenance of personality Sigmund Freud in psychoanalytic school, construction of the self and personality makes the body and the core of human experience Wilhelm Reich argued that mind and body are one. all psychological processes, he postulated, are a part of physical processes, and vice versa

6. Eric Erickson he role of bodily organs is especially important in early developmental stages of a person's life. Later in life, the development of physical as well as intellectual skills help determine whether the individual will achieve a sense of competence and ability to choose demanding roles in a complex society. Carl Jung argued that the physical body and the external world can be known only as psychological experiences B.F Skinner says that the role of the body is of primary importance

7. Clear or fair skin in some cultures, while others prefer tanned or darker skin. NORMS AND STANDARDS OF BEAUTY ARE THE ACCEPTED IDEAS IN A SOCIETY ABOUT WHAT MAKES A PERSON ATTRACTIVE. Slim or fit body shape, though in other places a fuller body is admired. Symmetrical facial features like balanced eyes, nose, and lips. .Height – some cultures value taller people, while others don’t mind shorter height. Long, shiny hair or certain trendy hairstyles. .Healthy and youthful appearance like smooth skin and bright eyes. Fashion style that matches current trends.

8. Culture shapes how we view ourselves and others. Traditions, media, and social trends can make people feel confident if they match the standard or insecure if they don’t. It can affect self-esteem and the way we present ourselves. Impact of culture on body image and self-image Body image The way a person sees, thinks, and feels about their own body. This can be positive, where they feel satisfied, or negative, where they feel unhappy about how they look.

9. The combination of qualities that are pleasing to the senses or the heart. It’s often linked to physical appearance but can also be about kindness, personality, and how someone makes others feel. Beauty Self as impacted by the body The way we see and feel about our body can strongly influence our confidence, mood, and behavior. If we have a positive body image, we tend to feel more self-assured and interact openly with others. But if we see our body negatively, it can lower our self-esteem, make us self-conscious, and affect how we connect with people.

10. Culture greatly shapes how we see beauty and our own worth. The traditions, values, and social expectations around us influence what we think is attractive or acceptable. For example, in some cultures, having fair skin or a slim body is considered ideal, while in others, a fuller body shape is admired. These cultural standards can affect our confidence making us feel proud if we match them or insecure if we don’t. ROLE OF CULTURE IN OUR UNDERSTANDING OF BODY AND SELF-ESTEEM

11. This is the feeling of embarrassment, guilt, or discomfort about one’s body. It often happens when someone feels they don’t meet society’s beauty standards Body shame Media, such as TV shows, movies, magazines, and advertisements, often promote very limited and sometimes unrealistic beauty ideals. They highlight certain body shapes, skin types, and styles, which can make teens believe that’s the only definition of beauty. Influence of media on adolescents’ understanding of beauty Impact of social media on self-esteem of adolescents Social media can influence teens in both positive and negative ways. On the positive side, likes, compliments, and supportive messages can help boost confidence. However, the negative side comes when teens constantly compare themselves to others who post edited or filtered photos, creating unrealistic standards.

12. is the way we value and respect ourselves. It’s important because it affects our confidence, decisions, relationships, and how we handle challenges. Self-esteem and its significance is the genetic plan that guides how our body grows and develops. It comes from the combination of genes we inherit from our parents. Biological blueprint Heredity the process of passing traits, like eye color, height, or certain abilities, from parents to their children through genes.

13. The complete set of genes a person has. It contains all the instructions for how the body is built and functions. Genotype Phenotype The physical traits and characteristics we can see, like hair color, height, or skin tone, which result from both our genes and the environment.

14. "True beauty isn’t in how you look, but in how you make others feel when they’re around you." THANK YOU