GROUP 2 ICE BREAKER

Which of the following best describes the Western perspective of the self?

• Interconnected with family and community

• Independent and autonomous

• Defined by social harmony

• Dissolution of the ego

The phrase “I think, therefore I am” reflects which tradition’s view of self?

• Eastern

• Taoist

• Western

• Buddhist

In the Eastern perspective, the self is seen as:

• Interdependent and relational

• Separate and unique

• Based on personal success

• Rational and logical

Which philosophy emphasizes roles, relationships, and moral cultivation in shaping the self?

• Buddhism

• Rationalism

• Taoism

• Confucianism

According to Taoism, the self is best understood as:

• Detached from society

• Aligned with the Tao and universal balance

• Achieving material success

• Always competing with others

The Buddhist concept of Anatta (no-self) teaches that:

• The self is permanent

• The self is an illusion

• The self is defined by family roles

• The self is identical with society

Which of the following contrasts Western and Eastern views most clearly?

• Western: Collectivism | Eastern: Individualism

• Western: Ego-centered | Eastern: Ego-dissolution

• Western: Harmony | Eastern: Rationalism

• Western: Nirvana | Eastern: Materialism

Which of these is a key insight from the presentation?

• Culture does not influence identity

• The self is only biological

• Cultural views of self shape behavior and values

• Eastern and Western views are identical

Which question from the PPT encourages self-reflection?

• What is the meaning of nirvana?

• How does culture shape our identity?

• Who founded rationalism?

• What is ego?

The key takeaway from the presentation is that:

• The self is only a Western construct

• Both perspectives provide valuable insights for self-understanding

• Eastern thought is superior to Western thought

• Individualism is universal