NAME: DALIT, DIANA ROSE J.

COURSE & SECTION: BSBA 1-J DATE:

CHAPTER 2 LESSON 2
The Physical Self
ACTIVITY #1

1. What physical traits did you get from your parents? Do you look like your mother or your father?
Do you appreciate the genes transferred to you by your parents? Explain.
Actually I don’t have any physical traits coming from my mother nor my father, they say that
I do really look like my Auntie when she was a kid – my father’s sister, that’s what most people says
who knows our family. The physical traits that I inherited from my Auntie are plump body, round
face, thick eyebrows and pointed nose. My father has oval face, flat nose, and black eye while my
mother has oval face, not so pointed nose, long and straight hair and thin eyebrows. I can say that
between the four-sibling including me is I am the different one because my brothers and sister has
some physical traits from my parents. But then, I am flattered about the idea of having the same
physical traits with my Auntie because my auntie has a beautiful face, and it means that I am too
right? In addition, I do appreciate the genes being transferred to me by my parents a lot even though I
do not look like them. Every person is unique with their own physical appearance and personal
characteristics. We cannot say that I am more beautiful or good looking than others because we are
all different in our own ways. Part of what makes you unique is your genes and personalities. Genes
are the instructions inside each of your cells. While personalities are the differences of individuals
personalities. They control how you look and how your body works. Since everyone has slightly
different genes and personalities, everyone has a different set of instructions. They are the reason
why you are unique.

2. Do you agree with Lakoff and Scherr’s definition of beauty? Explain.

The definition of beauty according to Lakoff and Scherr stated that “Beauty was not just a
product of wealth, but a commodity in and of itself”. In other words, it was no longer a matter of
looking to wealth to find beauty, but of looking to beauty to find status. Now beauty could give the
illusion of wealth. With their definition of beauty, I absolutely do not agree because the true meaning
of beauty is can be seen in one’s personality. Even do a person is not good looking, he or she is an
epitome of beauty if she or he has a good characteristic. A person must be a role model because being
a role model has a lot of good characteristics that must be follow by other people. There is the true
meaning of beauty. It does not mean that you are beautiful because you are wealthy. Instead, you are
beautiful because you have personalities that can motivate others to strive more. Beauty is not can be
seen in one’s status in life because it can be seen through the heart of an individual. Partly, wealth is
also a reason for someone who can change to become more beautiful but never forget that is not the
whole reason.
3. Are you happy with how your society defines beauty? Explain.
No, I am not happy on how society defines beauty nowadays. We are all born differently from
each other and that's what make us unique however, nowadays, it seems normal for people to do “
body shaming" where in it is an act of discriminating against other body types that comes under
bullying. Making fun of a person's body type is not funny in anyway at all since we are only stressing
and depressing them out instead of contributing to making this world a better place to live. We are
human being worthy of respect but by criticizing those fat and too skinny people, we are making them
feel that they are not worthy of living. People do not often understand what a person is going through.
Being too skinny or fat does not make that person any different from us. That person has right to be
respected in every way possible. Why don't we let people be comfortable with their own skin and
body? Nobody is perfect, just because we think we are beautiful does not mean that other isn't. Being
good-looking does not give us the credit to insult others because when we judge others by their
appearance it does not define them, but it defines us. A person should not shame other bodies or
appearances to validate their own. Just because that person does not fit into stereotypical standards
raised by the society does not mean that they are not belong in this world. Let us just be proud of who
we are and who they are and make decisions based on what we want and not what they want the
world wants. I am no one to judge and neither are you. So, let us pledge to love each other no matter
what shape we are in. Embrace your flaws.
4. What roles do Filipino looking celebrities usually portray in television series and movies? Why do
you think they were given such roles?
Usually, the roles that has given to the actors and actresses is it depends on a genre of the
movie. But if we talk about drama, women are portrayed as dependent on other characters, over-
emotional, and confined to low-status jobs when compared to enterprising and ambitious male
characters. The male main characters generally vary by genre, but there are mostly muscular,
handsome, attractive, powerful men. I think, they were given such roles because the director sees that
they can portray well whatever the role that they will have to do in the movie or tv series. Usually,
they consider the qualities of an actors and actresses and sees it if they will fit on the role that they
have to portray on a tv series or movie. And they will also consider if the actors and actresses have
experienced in real life whatever the problems that they need to solve on the movie or tv series.
5. What can you say about men and women who go through cosmetic surgeries?
The goal of the cosmetic surgery improves the physical appearance. Cosmetic surgery is a
fashion and everybody wants to look beautiful. Many people are seeking their appearance
cosmetically. Cosmetic surgery is a really dangerous and it’s also a risky. Those people who do the
cosmetic surgery in that time they feel good, but after 10 years might be they can get a physical
problem. Because all surgery includes cosmetic carry risk. But for me, I think that cosmetic surgeries
doesn’t have anything wrong. Everybody has the right to feel much better with their looks if they
want. However if you abused it, probably would have cause a problem. Many people decided to
practice cosmetic surgery because they don’t want their faces or bodies. They aren’t happy with
themselves. Sometimes we have the fault because we always have something bad to say of other
because we are never satisfied with their appearance. I am not against to men and women who go
through cosmetic surgeries. I don’t have the rights to dictate them on what they should and should not
do to their body. As long as they don’t cause any trouble. If they do not hurt you, If they do not hurt
any people around you, just let them be. I strongly think that if they decide to make changes in their
faces or in any part of their body; who cares, people have to understand that nobody lives to please
anyone; as long as the person wants to make changes in their body, face or life to feel good about
yourself is their own decision, my advice is live your own life, and let others live as they like.
6. Have you ever been body shamed? How did you feel about it and how did you handle it?
I think it is not new to all who have a plus size body to experienced body shaming, and I am
not exempted to this. I have experienced body shaming a lot of times, although they said it in a joke
way, I may be laughing that time but after some time I can’t help to not think what they said. People
says that jokes are half meant, and I believed to that. I am aware that the size of my body is not
pleasing to the eyes of other people. I felt criticized every time they tease me about my body. But I
know to myself that I cannot please everyone, so that is fine with me. Being too skinny or fat does not
make that person any different from us. Every person has the right to be respected in every way
possible. Why don't we let people be comfortable with their own skin and body? Nobody is perfect,
just because we think we are beautiful does not mean that other isn't. Being good-looking does not
give us the credit to insult others because when we judge others by their appearance it does not define
them, but it defines us. Let us just be proud of who we are and who they are and make decisions based
on what we want and not what they want the world wants. I am no one to judge and neither are you.
So, let us pledge to love each other no matter what shape we are in. Embrace your flaws and be
contented. Anyways, I am a kind of person that does not hold grudges. I can easily forgive and forget
people who have badmouthed me, who hurt me.
7. When was the last time you posted an unfiltered photo of yourself in any of your social media
account? Why? What do you think this is saying about your idea of beauty and your self-esteem?
I do love to take pictures most of the time, but I do not usually post it in any of my social
media accounts. Sometimes, I just post some of my photos if I feel like to post it. I just use my social
media accounts just to browse and be updated for the current situations we are in. The last time I
remember posting some my unfiltered photos are last November. Even do I did not usually post some
pictures of mine; I am confident for who I am. Sometimes, I am having a low self-esteem because of
some personal issues regarding from my body size, but then, my family and friends support me
always. They motivate, guide and advices me to become a positive person so that I can cope up all the
struggle, challenges, and hindrance I would face in the future. Because of them, every time I post
unfiltered photos, I can the confident and the self-esteem I have in my self. I feel more beautiful and
alive because of the people around me. It so good to be true to become confident because I can face
any situations without hesitations. I am so thankful for those who stay beside me, especially in
hardships.
8. How would you help other people suffering from body image disturbance embrace their physical
selves?
Body image describes the way that we see our physical bodies and how we imagine it looks to
others. People with positive body image generally feel comfortable and confident in their bodies,
while people with negative body image may feel ashamed, anxious, or awkward about their bodies.
It’s important to keep in mind that our own body image may not always align with reality, as we may
view our bodies in a distorted an inaccurate way. It is common to feel uncomfortable with different
aspects of our bodies or to want to make small changes here and there. However, sometimes this
dissatisfaction with our bodies can start to become a burden. For those who is struggling with
negative body image, avoid comparing yourself with other people. If comparing is how you evaluate
your worth, you will always be losing. In this game of life, you will never reach a point where you are
better than others in every way and why would you want to be. Part of what makes life awesome and
interesting is learning from the talents of others. Instead of trying to be as good as or better than
others, focus your energy on being the absolute best version of yourself. So next time you catch
yourself using someone else as a benchmark for your own worth stop and remind yourself how
ineffective this strategy really is. Instead, compassionately redirect your energy and attention to your
own goals and what is required to achieve them. If you really want to live a life that feels fulfilling,
you need to dedicate your time and energy to your own values.
NAME: Dalit, Diana Rose J.
COURSE & SECTION: BSBA 1-J DATE: ______________

CHAPTER 2 LESSON 2
The Physical Self
ACTIVITY #2

DIRECTION: PHOTO FACE-OFF. Take a close-up picture of yourself. Filter the photo until
you are satisfied with the outcome but keep the unfiltered one. Print both photos and paste them
below.

#UNFILTEREDME #FILTEREDME

#UNFILTEREDME #FILTEREDME
Guide Question:
1. Are you happy with how you look in your unfiltered photo? Explain. DONE
In my own opinion, having unfiltered photo is okay. I am already contented and happy in my
physical appearance even without filter because that is who I am. I must accept my physical
appearance no matter what it looks like. As a woman, I believe that being confident in who you are is
the best asset. Therefore, I do not need things that would help me to filter my photos just to become
beautiful because beauty is inside one’s personality that cannot be seen in the physical appearance of
an individual. In addition, a person who is confident enough must have the courage to do things
without the help of editing apps to have a fabulous look in the picture. But then, I know that editing
apps helps a lot of people especially those who has flaws. Flaws must be accepted for us to become
happy and contented. In my position, I am already happy and contented even with unfiltered photos
because as I was saying, flaws will not block one’s beauty in terms of appearance because the true
meaning of beauty is having a good heart and good personality.
2. Are you happy with how you look in your filtered photo? Explain.
Judging from the result of my filtered photos, I can say that I am happy because I had really
fun during the time I got to edit my picture while choosing the best and fit filtered to it. It is
something like an ideal or the version of myself I want to be in the picture which by means no perfect
at all but a sort of insight into a person I wanted to be in which has the quality of sophistication and
innocence through adding some filter to it. there is no issue at all if you are comfortable by posting a
picture with such filters, then do it. If you are having time to make some edits and stuff about filters
you want to put in the picture, then go for it. Also, I want to put an emphasis to those persons who've
been feel pressured by society's standards that you must know it's about yourself to impressed and
definitely not anyone, wearing make-up on is not an obliged to do so for others, using filters is not
their job to judge out yourself, comprising the edges to enhance yourself is totally not too pleased
someone. Do it because you are happy and if that is a thing to build and grow up on yourself.

3. What do you think your answers say about your self-esteem and confidence?

In my own opinion, having confidence and self-esteem is the true definition of beauty
because confidence is the measure of one’s ability while esteem is about our sense of self. Gaining
confidence and self-esteem is not easy as what other people think. At first, for me to achieve my
desire characteristics to become a better person, I must think first how I will love myself more than
anything. In the process of loving myself, I must accept my negative appearance to accept myself. I
must also think positive in every situation I am in for me to become comfortable. And last but not
the least is do not compare the things I have to others because it would just make me jealous and
insecure. A person who has a good personality such as having confident and self-esteem would
influence others in a good way. Through this, a person who has this kind of traits can be a role model
wherein the characteristics of the person represents an inspirational ideal who inspires others to
imitate his or her good personalities. Most people admire those who project confidence that
demonstrates their commitment to a desired goal and willing to invest necessary time and effort to
achieve success. These influence actions and motivate others to strive to uncover true potential and
overcome weaknesses. Everyone likes a person who is happy with their achievements but continues
to strive for bigger and better objectives. Do not be afraid to be unique because we are unique in our
own ways.
NAME:Dalit, Diana Rose J.__________________________________________________________
COURSE & SECTION: ___BSBA 1-J________________________ _DATE: ______________

CHAPTER 2 LESSON 2
The Physical Self
ACTIVITY #3

DIRECTION: Write a letter to your unfiltered self. Open up about your struggles at fitting in with
your society’s standard of beauty. End your letter by encouraging your unfiltered self.
Dear Unfiltered Self,
I know you have a great journey in fitting in with the society’s standards. You have worked
hard just to fit for the standard of beauty set by others. Some people would body shame you because
of your body size, and I know how it broke your heart. Have you noticed lately how much you have
changed? You have improved much more. I am so proud that you are still standing up despite of all
the challenges that you have received, the discriminations and failures you have received every day. I
am proud that you have learned to accept your self fully. I am also proud that you slowly forgot the
society’s standard of beauty and did not take the negative opinion of others. You are a lot stronger
than you realized. I know there were many moments of pain and and self-doubt but you got through
all of it. Like a phoenix, you have emerged from ashes to start a new life. Just keep up of what you
have started to be stronger every day. Do not fight for others benefit, but instead fight for your own.

Yours truly,
Diana Rose