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Philosophy Week 3

1. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Specific Objectives: 1. Recognize one’s limitations and possibilities 2. Evaluate one’s limitations and the possibilities for their transcendence 3. Recognize how the human body imposes limits and possibilities for transcendence 4. Distinguish the limitations and possibilities for transcendence.

2. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit LOOK A PAIR! AND SHARE! Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. Identify the category of limitation. 1. We have a limited life span. 2. We cannot choose our biological family. 3. We cannot teleport instantly to another location in an instant. 4. Words limit our communication with each other. 5. We cannot be in two places at the same time.

3. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit 6. We cannot change our past decisions. 7. We face certain death in the future. 8. We are bound by space and time. 9. We cannot choose our race, age, and birthdate. HUMAN COMPOSITION OF MAN: MAN - The English term “ man” is derived from a Proto-Indo root man. It is the general term commonly used to refer to the entire human race.

4. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit HUMAN - Refers to man as species- HOMO SAPIENS or MODERN HUMAN BEINGS. The term human being is also used to differentiate man from other animals. PERSON - The personality of a human being so called “SELF”. Refers to a human being granted recognition of certain rights, protection, responsibilities and dignity above all. Philosophers refer to the human person as the totality of an individual, possessing awareness, self-determination and capacity to interact with others and with himself. PERSONHOOD refers to the state of being a person.

5. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit HUMAN NATURE - Defined as the nature of humans especially the fundamental characters and traits of humans. It refers to the characteristics that distinguish humans from all other creatures. These traits are expected to arise independent of the influence of culture and society. EXAMPLES: THINKING, FEELING AND ACTING.

6. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit What is the human person?

7. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Self-awareness refers to the person having a clear perception of oneself, including his thoughts, emotions, identity and actions. Try saying these! ● I am a person. ● I am alive. ● I exist. ● I am here. I am present. ● I am living at this very moment.

8. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Let’s examine: ● Little Jose is playing in the living room while his mom is in the kitchen. He accidentally bumps into a table, causing a vase to fall. Upon hearing, his mom went to the living room and saw him, standing near the broken vase. She asked, “Did you break the vase?” What do you think Jose‘s answer will be?

9. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Self-determination refers to the capability of persons to make choices and decisions based on their own preferences, monitor and regulate their actions, and be goal-oriental and self-directed. Consequence is the result or effect of an action or condition. Philosophers believe that a person acts freely and with due regard for the consequences of his actions.

10. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Externality refers to the capability of a person to reach out and interact with others and the world. Dignity refers to the innate right to be valued and respected. Philosophers consider all humans as having an inherent worth or value. “You’re worthless!” is an insult since it attacks the very notion of a person having value or worth.

11. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Limitations of the Human Person: Human persons are naturally deficient beings. This means that we are not prepared with the best physical aspects among all the beings. Human persons do not have the natural ability to fly. Human persons cannot breathe underwater without the aid of breathing device.

12. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit LIMITATIONS CAN LEAD TO POSSIBILITIES Transcendence is the ability to change, be dynamic, and continually redefining one’s self which works with our facticity to create change. How do limitations lead to transcendence? Facticity refers to the things in our life that are already given. EXAMPLE: LIFE We are free to define who we are and who we are to be.

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14. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Spatial-temporal being . As temporal beings, our most obvious limitation is our finitude - our finite quality or state. For example, Walang forever, pero meron talaga . As spatial beings, we are limited by our bodies to be present in two or more places at the same time. We are limited by space (spatial) and the time (temporal). Our spatial-temporal situation sets our preconditions of understanding.

15. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Why do we want to be in a hurry to achieve or have something which is not yet? Why do we hold on or lament on something which is no longer? It is the people closest to us that we most often neglect.

16. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit The Body as Intermediary Intermediary means acting as a mediator. Having a body may prevent us from revealing what we really want to express. How do we communicate with each other? WORDS But can words really capture the things we want to express? But this limitation can also be an advantage... In most cases, words are not enough. EXAMPLE: Magbabago Na Ako Promise!!!

17. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit One’s Limitations and Possibilities 1. What are your limitations as a person? What are the things that you consider as difficult or hard for you to accomplish or believe in? 2. What are your strengths? What are the possible things or status that you can reach or achieve in the future? 3. What are the factors affecting your limitations? How about possibilities? 4. Do you see yourself improving in 5 – 10 years’ time? How can you say that you are improving? 5. How can you go beyond your current limitations?

18. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Limitations and Possibilities for Transcendence Many people admire Mark Zuckerberg being a co-founder and CEO of the social-networking website Facebook, which he started in his college dorm room at Harvard University. He’s one of the world’s youngest billionaires in this generation. Like Mark, all people have dreams that they want to fulfill. If you were finally able to meet your dreams, how would you feel? Do you think your perspective in life will change?

19. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit Here are some limitations and possibilities for transcendence: - may not occur to everyone - does not come at a specified period - varies across all people - may coincide with physical limitations of the body - developing a positive outlook in life - working towards reaching a goal - learning from experience

20. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit ● POSSIBILITIES FOR TRANSCENDENCE It is also important to know that transcendence may be applied to present worries by living in the present. This means that life is lived from moment to moment in a carefree and cheerful manner where concerns for stress are reserved for the future, and regrets or guilt feelings are kept in the past.

21. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit ● THE HUMAN BODY IN IMPOSING LIMITS AND POSSIBILITIES From a biological and physical standpoint, it can be recognized that the human body, although it can perform many functions, also has limitations. Limits in the environment, demographics, and society may also hinder a person from reaching transcendence.

22. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit BODILY LIMITATIONS - mental and emotional disorders (e.g. anxiety, intellectual disability) - disabilities (e.g. amputated leg, deafness) - disease and illnesses (e.g. hypertension, cough) - failures and experiences (e.g. failing a subject)

23. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit SOCIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL LIMITATIONS - socioeconomic status - location of neighborhood (e.g. armed, disorganized, or violent neighborhood) - abusive relationships (e.g. emotional abuse) - negative influences (e.g. drug use)

24. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit ● OVERCOMING LIMITATIONS Bodily limits can be tested by trying on new experiences and working on challenges with increasing levels of difficulty. The human body, if given enough exposure to any situation, can attain a goal with efficiency. Social and environmental limitations are more difficult to overcome than bodily limitations because they involve the influence of other people and the external world. However , with a proper mindset, clearly defined goals, and motivation to rise above challenges, one may successfully overcome his or her limitations.

25. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit ● RECOGNIZE AND EVALUATE OWN LIMITATIONS ANDPOSSIBILITIES FOR TRANSCENDENCE Even though you are still young, you are not prevented from further understanding yourself. Transcendence is even more possible when you begin to understand that you can go beyond your limitations if you set your mind on your goals.

26. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit SOME POINT TO REMEMBER WHEN GOING BEYOND YOUR LIMITS - you are connected to the external or eternal world - challenges are learning opportunities - your goal is more important than your fears - think outside the box - recognize that everyone has fears

27. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit ACTIVITY 1: Direction: Complete the chart below. Make sure that you ask or consult your parents or any adult who have witnessed your development and reflect before you write your answer.

28. The Human Person as an Embodied Spirit ACTIVITY 2: Complete the chart by rewriting your present limitations with reference to your answers in the previous activities. MY LIMITATION PLAN TOWARDS TRANSCENDENCE