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    The document compares the concept of self in Western and Eastern thought. In Western cultures like the US, individualism is emphasized, with independence and freedom for individuals to make their own decisions. In Eastern cultures like the Philippines, collectivism is emphasized, with a focus on strong, long-term relationships and commitment to the group. Confucian thought also focuses on collectivism, with concepts like "ren" emphasizing humaneness and caring for others, as well as "li" about proper conduct, "xiao" or filial piety, and "yi" about justice and righteousness.

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    The document compares the concept of self in Western and Eastern thought. In Western cultures like the US, individualism is emphasized, with independence and freedom for individuals to make their own decisions. In Eastern cultures like the Philippines, collectivism is emphasized, with a focus on strong, long-term relationships and commitment to the group. Confucian thought also focuses on collectivism, with concepts like "ren" emphasizing humaneness and caring for others, as well as "li" about proper conduct, "xiao" or filial piety, and "yi" about justice and righteousness.

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    The Self in Western and Eastern Thought Prepared by: Prof.

    BNF
    • In the United States, off-springs who reach the
    age of eighteen (18) years are expected to
    ‘move out’ of the house, support himself and
    make his own decisions. Though, family is
    important, individual freedom and the ability to
    Self in Western stand on his own is expected.
    and Eastern • Philippines, on the other hand, is well-known in
    having a close long-term commitment to the
    Thought member ‘group’, be that a family, extended
    family, or extended relationships. The society
    foster strong relationships where everyone
    takes responsibility for fellow members of their
    group.
    Individualism
    • a tradition, ideology, or personal
    outlook that emphasizes the
    primacy of the individual and his
    or her rights, independence,
    and relationships with other
    individuals
    Collectivism

    • a tradition, ideology, or personal


    orientation that emphasizes the
    primacy of the group or
    community rather than each
    individual person
    Ecological Self
    • a broad, expansive sense of
    self, related not only to
    other humans but also to
    our home—the living
    earth—and the nonhuman
    others that co-inhabit it.
    Confucius (551-
    479 BC)
    • Chinese Philosopher
    and Politician
    • Confucianism - often
    characterized as a
    system of social and
    ethical philosophy rather
    than a religion
    The Self in Confucian
    Thought
    • The philosophical concept of
    Confucianism is centered on the ren
    (humanity, humaneness, human
    goodness, love).
    • Ren can be realized through li, xiao,
    and yi.
    The Self in Confucian
    Thought
    Li
    • rendered as “ritual,” “proper
    conduct,” or “propriety.”
    The Self in Confucian
    Thought
    Xiao
    • or filial piety, is a virtue of
    respect for one's parents,
    elders, and ancestors.
    The Self in Confucian
    Thought
    "Do not impose on
    others what you do
    not wish for
    yourself."
    The Self in Confucian
    Thought
    Yi
    • it means "justice,
    righteousness; meaning,"
    • it involves a moral disposition to
    do good, and also the intuition
    and sensibility to do so
    competently

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