ICT-ED INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LIPA

2/F Mercedes Bldg. P. Torres St. Lipa City, Batangas

(043) 757-4445 / (043) 757-5944

SHS DEPARTMENT
(S.Y. 2021-2022)

Learning Module
In

Prepared by:
Mrs. Nicka Joy C. Maala

Checked and Approved by:

Angelika Tibayan Jojie R. De Ramos

Instructional Development Committee
Noted by:
Vina N. Mendoza
Directress for Academic Affairs

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2/F Mercedes Bldg. P. Torres St. Lipa City, Batangas
(043) 757-4445 / (043) 757-5944

WEEK 1
TOPIC: UNDERSTANDING ONESELF
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the lesson the learners must able to:

1. demonstrate a better understandin of yourself;

2. show appreciation of your own beliefs and value systems; and,
3. share your unique traits and characteristics with others.

KNOWING ONESELF

Adolescence is considered a challenging phase in one’s life as it bridges childhood and adulthood.
For Erik Erikson (1985), a renowned psychologist, the primordial concern of adolescence is to rise above
the identity-role confusion crisis. Recent researches assert that identity crises may continue to happen
through early, middle and late adulthood. With this in mind, it becomes important that the confusion crisis
be addressed at an early stage. One step toward achieving this is to explore the concept of self and know
the self better.

Knowing oneself takes a lifetime of reflection and analysis. The human person is such an intricate,
complex, and dynamic being that needs better understanding. What other people see may not be a true
reflection of what is inside the person. To judge a person based on a single pattern of behavior is like
deciding without analyzing the pros and cons of a situation.

HOW ONE GETS TO KNOW ONESELF

1. Understanding Personality
The first key to knowing oneself is having a clear grasp of what personality is.
An individual’s personality consists of the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual makeup.
One has a perception and database of information regarding these attributes. A person also knows
the aspects of personality in both private and public moments.

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Consistency in one’s pattern of thoughts feelings and behavior determines the

personality to a certain extent. It is important to look into habits that make one
distinct from other persons. Traits and characterisics also distinguish a person from other
individuals.
2. Appreciating Values
Values pertain to the moral codes, norms of conduct and ethical principles a person adheres to.
These values guide the day-to-day life, empowering the individual not to compromises the things
that are most important. Examples of these values are integrity, honesty, loyalty, industry,
excellence and professionalism. These core values play a big role in interpersonal relations,
decision-making, problem-solving, carer choice, among others.
3. Knowing the Body and Physical Attributes
The physical bodyis a tangible proof of a person’s existence. Through the body, one can feel
sensations such as pain, pleasure, warmth, and fatigue. Moreover, the person becomes aware of
his/her breathing, movements, abilities, balance and flexibility because of the body.
4. Recognizing Dreams and Aspirations
Dreams and Aspirations constitutes a person’s goals and ambitions in life. They mirror a part of
that person and the type of individual he/she desires to become someday. These goals should be
worked on daily. A person should explore opportunities and paths that could lead to these goals.
For instance, if one dreams of becoming a doctor that person should look into what preparatory
course to enrol in, the requirements and skills needed, and even the field of specialization to
pursue.
5. Identifying Likes and dislikes
One will have a better understanding of the self through his/her likes and dislikes. These defines
what bring satisfaction and dissatisfaction to a person. One is most likely to pursue what is desired
and avoid what is undesired. Doing things that are disliked may only bring frustration. On the
contrary, things that are liked may bring gratification.
6. Embracing the Past
Another way to know oneself is by knowing and treasuring the past. A big part of the knowledge
about oneself constitutes the past. This is also instrumental in the formation of self-concept.

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(043) 757-4445 / (043) 757-5944

The experiences one encounters teach lessons in life. Whether or nt these

experiences are worth reminiscing, the important thing is how a person sees the
past and draws inspiration from it o continue on with his/her life.

7. Underastanding Self-perception and Other’s Perceptions

Knowledge of the self is a product of one’s own perception, view of oneself in relation to other
people, other’s perceptions and how a person truly is based on objective reality. All these defirn the
realm by which a person unravels his/ her identity as an individual. The complex self and the way
one deal with environment spell the dynamism of an individual’s world.

JOHARI WINDOW: A Model for Self-Awareness and Interpersonal Relations

Joseph Luft And Harrington Ingham , two noted social Psychologists, introduced the concept of
Johari Window. The term “Johari” was coined from the first syllables of their names.

The Johari Window, which consist of four window panes, is a mechanism designed to help an individual
grow through learning more about oneself and others.

The four window panes of the Johari Window are the following:

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1. Open Area- the area known to onself and known to others. This pane refers
to the things that the public knows about oneself. Examples are age, gender,
and educational attainment.
2. Hidden Area- the area known to self and not known to others. It refers to one’s secret in life.
3. Blind Area- the area not known to the self, but is known by others or the “blind spot” of a
person. The blind area consists of the things that an individual may not necessarily be aware
or conscious of, but are seen, observed, and felt by other people. Examples are expressions
and
mannerisms.

4. Unknown Area- the area not known to the person and others. This area remains untapped and
undiscovered until the time or right opportunity comes such as an emergency or crisis situation
that calls for one to act instantaneously. The way a person responds to the situation may bring
about a discovery of the self, making one realize a talent or skill otherwise unknown to him/her.

According to Luft and Ingham, a person can use the Johari Window to improve the self by widening the
open area and reducing the hidden and bline areas. Doing so will eventually lead to the reduction of the
unkown area as well as pave the way for one to discover more about oneself in terms of attitude, talents,
capabilities and other skills.

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2/F Mercedes Bldg. P. Torres St. Lipa City, Batangas
(043) 757-4445 / (043) 757-5944

WEEK 1

NAME: __________________________________________ SECTION: _________________

ACTIVITY 1

DIRECTIONS: On athe box provided, use crayon or any coloring material to draw symbols that would best
illustrate your thoughts and feelings ABOUT WHO YOU ARE. Write your explanations below your symbol.

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2/F Mercedes Bldg. P. Torres St. Lipa City, Batangas
(043) 757-4445 / (043) 757-5944

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