UP ROTC - Understanding Self and Others | NSTP Common Module

Summary

In this lecture, Camille Ugarte explores the concept of self and societal roles, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's identity and strengths. She discusses self-concept, including self-schema and possible selves, and how they influence our perceptions and goals. Ugarte also addresses common self-evaluation misconceptions like the spotlight effect and illusion of transparency. She introduces the Johari window as a tool for self-awareness and encourages embracing social roles to foster a beneficial social self. The lecture concludes with a call to recognize one's significance in society and to uphold honor and excellence.

Takeaways

• 😀 The lecture aims to help individuals recognize their personal strengths and understand their role in the community and society.
• 🎓 College is a crucial time for self-exploration, identity formation, and joining organizations that align with one's interests.
• 🤔 Self-concept consists of self-schema and possible self, which are mental templates that define an individual and their potential future self.
• 🏃‍♂️ Positive self-concept is essential for personal growth, and it's important to visualize and strive towards one's goals.
• 🧠 The self-reference effect explains why we remember information better when it's connected to our self-schema, such as birthdays or sports-related facts for athletes.
• 🌟 The possible self represents the future version of oneself, which can be influenced by current actions and efforts.
• 🔍 The Johari window is a tool for self-awareness, dividing the self into known and unknown areas to self and others, aiming to reduce the hidden areas.
• 🌈 The spotlight effect and illusion of transparency are cognitive biases that can distort our understanding of how others perceive us.
• 🤝 Building confidence and self-esteem is vital as our self-concept can influence how we are perceived and can become a standard for others.
• 🌐 Social roles, identity, and self are interconnected, and our sense of self is influenced by the groups we associate with and the values we uphold.
• 🤗 The concept of 'kapwa' in Filipino psychology emphasizes the interconnectedness and shared identity among individuals, highlighting the importance of community.

Q & A

What is the main objective of the lecture on 'Understanding the Self and Others'?

The main objective is for each participant to recognize their personal strengths and situate themselves as members of the community and society.

Who is Camille Ugarte and what is her role in the lecture?

Camille Ugarte is a BA Psychology graduate and the 2019 Corps Sponsor, and she is the lecturer for the day.

What does the term 'self' refer to in the context of this lecture?

In this lecture, 'self' pertains to an individual's being, or the individual as a whole.

What is a self-concept and why is it important?

A self-concept is what an individual believes and knows about themselves. It is important because it influences how we perceive ourselves and others.

What are the two elements of self-concept mentioned in the lecture?

The two elements of self-concept are self-schema, which are mental templates that help define oneself, and possible self, which represents the future version of oneself.

How does the self-schema affect our perception and memory?

Self-schema helps organize and guide relevant information, making us more likely to remember information that is connected to our self-schema.

What is the spotlight effect and how does it relate to self-consciousness?

The spotlight effect is the belief that others pay more attention to our appearance or actions than they actually do, resulting from egocentrism and self-consciousness.

What is the illusion of transparency and how does it affect our interactions?

The illusion of transparency is the mistaken belief that our concealed emotions are evident to others, which may lead us to act in ways that we believe will signal our emotions more clearly.

What is the Johari window and how can it be used to understand the self?

The Johari window is a model that divides the self into four quadrants: known to self and others (arena), known only to self (facade), known only to others (blind spot), and unknown to both (unknown). It is used to systematically approach self-understanding by aiming to reduce the hidden areas and become more open.

How does the concept of 'kapwa' in Filipino psychology emphasize the interconnectedness of individuals?

'Kapwa' in Filipino psychology represents the shared identity between self and others, highlighting that we are all interconnected and that understanding ourselves helps us organize our thinking and social behavior.

What is the significance of social roles, social identity, and social self in the context of this lecture?

Social roles, social identity, and social self are significant as they define our place and behavior in society, influence our sense of belonging to a group, and shape our interactions and contributions to the community.

Outlines

00:00

🧠 Understanding Self and Others

Camille Ugarte, a BA Psychology graduate, introduces the lecture's objective to help students recognize their personal strengths and their role in the community and society. She discusses the concept of 'self', including self-concept, self-schema, and possible self. Self-concept encompasses mental templates that define oneself and influences how we perceive ourselves and others. The lecture encourages students to think positively about themselves and visualize their goals. It also touches on the self-reference effect, where personal connections to information aid in memory retention. The Johari window is introduced as a tool for self-understanding, dividing the self into known and unknown quadrants to oneself and others, aiming to reduce hidden areas and increase openness.

05:04

🔍 The Johari Window and Social Roles

The Johari window is explained as a method to understand the self by dividing it into four quadrants: the Arena (known to self and others), the Blind Spot (known to others but not self), the Facade (unknown to others but known to self), and the Unknown (unknown to both self and others). The lecture uses examples from 'How I Met Your Mother' to illustrate blind spots and discusses facades as aspects one might hide due to fear of ridicule. The Unknown quadrant includes untapped abilities or repressed feelings, highlighting the impact of opportunities and resources on self-discovery. The lecture emphasizes the importance of being open-minded and aware to improve self and social interactions. It also covers the concepts of social role, social identity, and social self, explaining how they interconnect and influence behavior and identity within a social context.

10:05

🌐 Filipino Culture and Social Identity

The lecture concludes by discussing the influence of Filipino culture on self-development, focusing on 'karanasan' (experiences), 'kaisipan' (thoughts), and 'oryentasyon' (orientation) within the Philippine context. It delves into the concept of 'kapwa', which signifies the interconnectedness of self and others, emphasizing shared identity. The lecture encourages reflection on one's social roles and the importance of joining groups that align with personal beliefs and values. It also stresses the significance of forming a social self that contributes positively to the community, particularly within the UP community, where honor and excellence are valued. The lecture ends with a reminder of the importance of each individual's role in society and the need for continued self-improvement.

Keywords

💡Self-concept

Self-concept refers to an individual's perception and understanding of their own identity, including their beliefs and knowledge about themselves. In the video, self-concept is described as having two elements: self-schema and possible self. It is integral to the theme as it helps individuals recognize their personal strengths and situate themselves within the community and society. The lecturer uses the example of describing oneself with adjectives to illustrate how self-concept is formed.

💡Self-schema

Self-schema are mental templates that individuals use to organize and interpret information about themselves. They define how one perceives oneself and can influence how one perceives others. The video explains that self-schema affects the standards we set for ourselves and, consequently, the standards we expect from others. For instance, if someone identifies as an athlete, they are more likely to engage in sports-related activities and perceive themselves as sporty, adventurous, and active.

💡Possible self

Possible self represents the future version of an individual, encompassing both the positive and negative aspects of who they might become. It is a reflection of one's aspirations and fears. The video emphasizes that actions in the present shape the possible self in the future, highlighting the importance of striving for positive change. The lecturer uses the example of registering in UP to become a student and applying for COCC training to become a cadet officer.

💡Spotlight effect

The spotlight effect is a cognitive bias where individuals believe they are the center of attention and that others are more aware of their actions and appearance than they actually are. The video uses this concept to illustrate the misconceptions people have about self-understanding, such as thinking that everyone notices a pimple or finds it odd to wear a face mask and shield during a pandemic.

💡Illusion of transparency

Illusion of transparency is the false belief that one's emotions are easily readable by others, even when they are concealed. The video explains this concept by suggesting that while individuals might think their sadness is evident, others may not notice any difference in their behavior. This illusion stems from egocentrism and the tendency to overestimate how much others are focused on us.

💡Johari Window

The Johari Window is a model used to enhance self-awareness and understanding. It divides the self into four quadrants: the open area (known to self and others), the blind spot (known to others but not to self), the facade (known to self but hidden from others), and the unknown (unknown to both self and others). The video uses the Johari Window to explain how individuals can work on reducing their hidden areas to become more open and self-aware.

💡Social role

Social role refers to the part an individual plays within a particular social context, which is often defined by societal expectations and norms. The video discusses how social roles, such as being a Filipino, student, or cadet, come with certain expectations and responsibilities. It emphasizes the importance of understanding one's social role to navigate society effectively.

💡Social identity

Social identity is the part of an individual's self-concept that is tied to their membership in a social group. The video explains that one's sense of self can be significantly influenced by the groups they associate with, such as being part of the Philippines or the UP community. It highlights how shared beliefs and values within a group contribute to an individual's identity.

💡Social self

Social self is the aspect of an individual's identity that is shaped by their social interactions and relationships. The video uses the example of the lecturer's experience as a cadet to illustrate how one's social self is influenced by their social role and the expectations of the group they belong to. It underscores the importance of forming a social self that aligns with one's values and contributes positively to the community.

💡Kapwa

Kapwa is a Filipino term that signifies the interconnectedness and shared identity between self and others. The video discusses how the concept of 'kapwa' in Filipino psychology emphasizes the importance of recognizing the collective self and the influence of culture and context on self-development. It encourages individuals to understand their role in society and to foster a sense of community and shared responsibility.

Highlights

Understanding the Self and Others is the lecture's theme, aiming to help individuals recognize their strengths and place within society.

Camille Ugarte, a BA Psychology graduate, introduces herself as the lecturer and 2019 Corps Sponsor.

The self is defined as an individual's entire being, and college is a time for self-exploration and identity formation.

Encouragement to reflect on personal identity through self-questioning, especially during existential crises.

An activity is introduced to help participants identify their self-concepts by describing themselves with adjectives.

Self-concepts are explained as beliefs and knowledge about oneself, consisting of self-schema and possible self.

Self-schema are mental templates for self-definition, influencing both self-perception and perception of others.

The self-reference effect is discussed, explaining how personal connections aid in information retention.

Possible self represents the future version of oneself, which can be both positive and negative.

The importance of striving for a positive possible self is emphasized, as actions today shape the future.

Spotlight effect and illusion of transparency are introduced as common self-misunderstandings.

The Johari window is presented as a method for self-understanding, dividing the self into known and unknown quadrants.

The goal with the Johari window is to reduce hidden areas and increase self-awareness and openness.

Social role, social identity, and social self are interconnected and influence how individuals behave and interact.

The concept of 'kapwa' in Filipino psychology highlights the interconnectedness and shared identity among people.

The lecture concludes with a call to reflect on one's social roles and to contribute positively to society.

Transcripts

Good day! I hope everyone is doing well.

The topic we'd be learning about today is

Understanding the Self and Others.

The objective of this lecture is for each of you

to recognize your personal strengths

and situate yourself as a member of the

community and the society.

I am Camille Ugarte, a BA Psychology graduate,

and the 2019 Corps Sponsor.

I'll be your lecturer for today.

The self pertains to an individual's being,

you as a whole.

Ikaw.

College is a time to explore your likes and dislikes.

A time for you to find your identity

and join organizations.

There will be times that you'd question yourself.

For example, before or after an exam.

In the midst of an existential crisis,

we would ask ourselves,

"Who am I?"

In this activity, I want you to take time

and think of adjectives that describe you.

Example, I would describe myself as funny,

amazing, and creative.

I'll give you five seconds to think of yours.

Starting now.

I hope that there are more positive

than negative adjectives there.

Okay lang if may negative adjectives.

It means that you are aware of them

and can strive to change.

The words that you describe yourself with

are called self-concepts.

It is what you believe and know about yourself.

Self-concept has two elements.

One is self-schema and the other is possible self.

Self-schema are mental templates

which help you define yourself.

It not only affects how we perceive ourselves

but also how we perceive others.

The standards that we set ourselves with

will be the standards we put on others.

If you identify yourself as an athlete,

then most likely you'll describe yourself as one.

Your self-concept may be sporty,

adventurous, active, athletic.

You are who you believe to be.

So try and think more positively about yourself.

Visualize your goals while you try to achieve them.

It will help you along the way.

Our self-schema helps us organize and

guide relevant information.

This is because we welcome relevant

information related to our self-schema.

The self reference effect states that

you'll remember information quicker

if it's connected to you.

An example would be birthdays.

If your friend's birthday is closer to yours,

you'll be more likely to remember it.

If you're an athlete, you'll tend to favor sports related

activities and remember sports related facts more.

Speaking of goals, the possible self is the future you –

of the person you might become.

It can both be negative and positive.

The 'you' you dread or dream to be.

Our actions affect who we become in the future.

It cannot be a positive possible self if you don't try.

If you do not strive for something,

how can you achieve it?

For example, if you did not register in UP,

how can you become a UP student?

How can you graduate

if you did not finish your curriculum?

If you don't apply in COCC training,

how can you become a cadet officer

and have all their benefits?

So the next one is evaluating ourselves.

When we evaluate ourselves,

we tend to have a few misconceptions.

Bale, misunderstandings about self-understanding.

We'll discuss the spotlight effect

and the illusion of transparency here.

Spotlight effect is the belief that

others are paying more attention to your appearance

than they really are.

So, no. Nobody noticed the pimple on your forehead

when you were in high school.

Nobody thought that you were weird

for wearing a face mask,

and a face shield when you went outside

during the pandemic.

These thoughts result from egocentrism.

We are self-conscious about

characteristics or behaviors that might be ridiculed

by the people around us

that's why we tend to focus on those things.

We want to see how others would evaluate us.

We use our experiences to explain the world around us.

and this is only natural.

Illusion of transparency is an illusion

that our concealed emotions are leaked out

and read by others.

An example is when we feel sad.

We might want attention and think

that our emotions are being displayed.

From another person's point of view,

we might look the same.

You'd do your routine normally.

Deep inside you're hoping that someone would notice

and ask you what was wrong.

Tip: Wag maging pabebe.

If you want something ask.

If you want to express your thoughts,

do so appropriately.

With that being said, be kind to others.

Hindi natin alam ang pinagdadaanan ng ibang tao.

Moving on to how we can evaluate ourselves.

The Johari window is a systematic approach

to understand the self.

Here, the window is divided into quadrants.

The goal is to lessen the hidden areas

and to be more open.

The hidden areas are the Blind Spot, the Facade,

and the Unknown.

The four labels are self-explanatory:

known to self, not known to self,

known to others, and not known to others.

The arena is part of the quadrant

which houses the habits that everyone knows

about you including yourself.

Back to the example of being an athlete.

The person might have been volunteered

to join their high school's intramurals.

Their peers volunteer the person because

they know that the person is athletic.

The person might have joined the varsity team

during their high school and college days.

They know that they are athletic

that's why they join sports related activities

and organizations.

Blind spots are habits and behaviors

that you do not know but are known to others.

An example is Season 3, Episode 18

on 'How I Met Your Mother.'

In this episode, they pointed out each of their flaws.

Barney doesn't listen and spaces out.

Robin says the word literally.

Marshall sings what he does all the time.

Lily eats too loudly.

And Ted always corrects people.

Each of the traits are not known by the person doing it.

However, their friends have noticed it.

The Facade is the side of you that you

do not want others to see nor let them know.

You might like K-pop, however, you hide it

because you might be ridiculed by your peers.

Another example is your emotion.

A person might hide their feelings

or their peers are not aware

of what the person is going through.

Into the Unknown –this houses your unknown abilities,

illnesses, and repressed feelings.

Abilities may not be assessed

because you're afraid to try something new

or have not tried it yet.

Illnesses might be left unchecked

due to financial problems or being asymptomatic.

Feelings become repressed maybe due to trauma.

It is important to note

that opportunities, resources, and their accessibility

affects what lies in the unknown.

It would be better to take these opportunities if you can.

As stated before, the goal is to lessen the hidden areas

and to be more open.

By continuing to question, being aware,

and being open-minded about the self,

we can keep improving ourselves

and how we interact with others.

By being aware, we might just think of ways

to provide opportunities to those

hindered by poverty and lack of resources.

We compare ourselves with other people.

We use them as a basis on how to behave

and what to do.

Often, it builds up insecurities about your looks

or your achievements.

That is why building confidence and

self-esteem is necessary.

Try to be the best you possible because

as your chosen identity,

you might become another person's standard.

Humans are social beings.

We rely on our social environment.

We move in our environment

by first defining what is expected of us.

Social role is our role in our context.

Examples are your role as a Filipino, student, and cadet.

As a Filipino, you are expected to love your country and

to wash your hands.

As a student, you are expected to study.

As a cadet, you are expected to listen and

learn in this lecture.

For social identity,

our sense of self will rely on the group

of people we associate with.

For example, being a part of the Philippines,

we adhere to the motto: Maka-Diyos, Makatao,

Makakalikasan, at Makabansa.

In the UP community,

we focus on honor and excellence.

In the Corps of Cadets, they believe in the shibboleth

of Duty well-performed, Honor untarnished,

and Country above self.

In whichever group you identify with,

you share their beliefs and values.

So it is important to choose organizations

and peers that you can defend and want to be a part of.

How is social role, social identity,

and social self connected?

Here is a simple equation with me as an example.

My social role during my stay in the Corps

before I became a Sponsor

was as a cadet of the UP ROTC HQ Unit.

I identified myself with that unit.

My social self revolved around my expectation

of what a cadet does

as well as what the organization believes in.

I adhered to the rules set for cadets

when in the DMST premises.

As initiative was highly expected,

I volunteered to repack relief goods and

be a part of the first aid stake during RAATI.

As we talk about our roles in society,

let us elaborate on the word 'kapwa.'

In Sikolohiyang Pilipino,

our culture and context as a Filipino

plays a big part on how we develop ourselves.

It focuses on the Filipino

'karanasan,' 'kaisipan,' and 'oryentasyon,'

our experiences, thoughts, and orientation

in the context of the Philippines.

We can look at the concept of 'kapwa.'

'Kapwa' does not translate to 'others' in English.

'Kapwa' is the combination of self and others,

our shared identity.

It is important to know that we are all interconnected.

Knowing ourselves helps us organize

our thinking and social behavior.

By understanding how we define ourselves

and how our environment affects us,

we can better understand other people.

We each have a role in society,

be it a student, a Filipino, or as a cadet.

I want you to reflect on your social roles

and join groups that further your beliefs and values.

Most importantly, you need to form a social self

that would benefit the community.

As members of the UP community,

we owe it to the people whose taxes we use

to be a standard of honor and excellence with a heart.

Thank you for joining me in this lecture

and I hope you've learned a lot about yourself.

Please remember

that you are an important part of our society

and each of us has a role to play.

Stay safe and keep washing your hands.

Bye.