Material Self - DASH 3

According to William James, which of the following best defines the Material Self?

• It consists solely of one’s body and mind.

• It includes the physical body and all external possessions that a person identifies with.

• It refers to the spiritual and moral character of an individual.

• It is formed only by social relationships.

Which of the following is NOT part of the Material Self?

• One’s body

• One’s clothes and gadgets

• One’s dreams and values

• One’s family and possessions

James believed that a person’s Material Self includes objects and people because—

• Society dictates how one should define themselves.

• The things and relationships we possess become extensions of our identity.

• People are naturally attached to their culture.

• Our achievements are determined by our wealth.

What happens, according to James, when we lose objects or people we deeply identify with?

• We become more spiritual.

• We feel that a part of ourselves is lost as well.

• We immediately detach and move on.

• We redefine our moral values.

Which example best illustrates the concept of Material Self?

• A student feels proud of her medals because they symbolize her hard work and identity.

• A man prays every morning to strengthen his soul.

• A child learns moral values from parents and teachers.

• A teacher reflects on the meaning of life.

In James’ idea, our possessions and social associations continue to represent us even after death because—

• They serve as tangible reminders of our existence and identity.

• The soul lives in material objects.

Which of the following best expresses the relationship between possessions and self-identity?

• Our belongings and achievements define who we are and how others see us.

• Possessions are unrelated to identity and are purely functional.

• People should detach from material things to find meaning.

• Self-identity comes only from relationships, not possessions.

How does the Material Self influence social acceptance, according to the discussion?

• It determines how others perceive and accept us in society.

• It weakens our relationships.

• It makes us less authentic.

• It eliminates the need for self-reflection.

Which statement best captures the idea of defining yourself through time as stated in the last slide?

• True self-definition requires abandoning material attachments.

• Discovering what persists through time helps in understanding priorities and purpose.

• Time erases all aspects of one’s material identity.

• Self-definition depends entirely on external validation.

Why is it important, based on James’ view, to understand one’s Material Self?

• It allows a person to balance identity, priorities, and goals based on what truly defines them.

• It encourages a person to accumulate wealth.

• It separates the physical from the emotional self.

• It focuses on moral righteousness alone.