GUESS THE

CONFUCIANISM
GUESS THE
TAO I S M
GUESS THE
BUDDHISM
THE SELF IN WESTERN AND
EASTERN/ ORIENTAL
THOUGHTS
REFORTERS
Cedro, Kate Winslet B.
Comia, Erich Jane
Cubile, Kathleen Ann
Dapula, Rose Janine
Delgado, Angelynne
 WHAT IS SELF?
Self is define as a total being of a person
awareness of the individual or the qualities
of human being

WHERE WE CAN FOUND THE

WESTERN AND EASTERN
WORLD?
 INTRODUCTION
Cultures and varying environment tent to
create different perceptions of the self and one
of the most common distinctions between
cultures and people in the Eastern vs Western
dichotomy wherein Eastern represents Asia and
Western represents Europe and Northern
America.
ENTENDED LEARNING
OUTCOMES
0
1 Differentiate the concept of the self
according to western thought against
0 oriental or eastern thought
Explain an concept of self as found
2 in Asian thought
EASTERN
PHILOSOPHIES
✓Confucianism
✓Taoism
✓Buddhism
CONFUCIANISM
✓This is the philosophy founded by Confucius
✓Code of ethical context focus on having a
harmonious social life
✓The main idea of Confucianism is the importance of
having a good moral character which can they affect
the world around that person through the ideas of
Cosmic harmony

" DO NOT DO UNTO OTHERS WHAT YOU

WOULD NOT WANT OTHERS TO DO UNTO
YOU "
 TAOISM
✓This is the philosophy founded by Loa Tzu
✓It is living inthe way of the Tao or the Universe.
However, Taoism rejects having one definition of what the
Tao is.
✓Taoism prefers to live a simple life. Self is not an
extension of family and community, is part of the universe,
one of the forms and manifestation of Tao.
✓The ideal self is Selflessness but this is not forgetting
about the self, it is living a balanced life with society and
nature, being open and accepting change.
 BUDDHISM
✓The self is seen an illusion, born out of ignorance, of
trying to hold and control the things or human centered
needs; thus, the self is also the source of all sufferings
✓It is therefore our quest to forget about the self,
forget the craving of the self, break the attachments
you have with the world, and to renounce the self
which is the cause of suffering and doing so, attain the
state of Nirvana
The Four Noble Truths;
• Dukkha (suffering)
• Samudāya (the origin of suffering)
• Nirodha (the cessation of suffering)
• Magga (the path to end suffering)
 EASTERN THOUGHTS
• The self is often seen as interconnected with the community and the
collective. It is understood in relation to the social, cultural, and
spiritual dimensions of life.
•Tend to prioritize the harmony and well-being of the community
over individual desires
• This perspective is evident in philosophies like Confucianism,
Buddhism, and Taoism, where the goal is often to transcend the ego
and realize the interconnectedness of all thing
 WESTERN THOUGHTS
• Particularly in the field of psychology, the self is often seen as an
individualistic and separate entity. It is associated with personal
identity, consciousness, and self-awareness.
•The self emphasizes individual autonomy, personal agency, and the
pursuit of self-fulfillment. Often seen as a distinct entity with its own
desires, goals, and identity.
- The focus is on personal achievement, self-expression, and the
pursuit of happiness.
WESTERN THOUGHTS
✓You compare in order to be better
✓You create associations and bask in
the glory of that group for your self
esteem
✓You put primary on developing
yourself
 WHAT IS THE DIFFERENT
OF WESTERN AND
EASTERN PHILOSOPHY?
✓ Western philosophy is mainly used in the western parts
of the world such as in the European countries while
Eastern philosophy is prevalent in Asian countries
✓ Western philosophy deals with individualism and
Eastern philosophy is related to Collectivism
 WHAT IS THE SIMILARITIES
OF WESTERN AND EASTERN
PHILOSOPHY?
Despite these differences, there are also some commonalities
in how the self is understood in both traditions. Both Western
and Eastern perspectives recognize the importance of self-
reflection, introspection, and self-development. They also
acknowledge the role of social and cultural influences in
shaping the self. Additionally, both traditions value the idea of
personal growth and self-transformation .
THANK YOU
FOR YOUR ATTENTION