Reflection 2: Module 1 of Educational Psychology
I. Why am I who I am?
1. How do I account for my personal development?
Personal development is an ongoing process that involves self-awareness, continuous learning, and growth. Accounting for my personal development is a great way to keep track of my progress and identify areas of improvement. This is the reason why I developed Utak Henyo Leaderhip- Personal, Social, and Organizational Management. I monitored my life performance and integrity scores, and daily discipline and adherence scores. It covers areas such as spirituality, morality, discipline/adherence to schedules, fitness, health, and nutrition, school performance, work reliability, and leadership effectiveness.
Life Performance & Integrity Scores link: https://peterbreboneria.com/my-life-performance-integrity-scores/
Daily Discipline & Adherence Scores: https://peterbreboneria.com/daily-discipline-adherence-report/
When I create a target score, I have to make sure that it is above 20% of the target to allow myself to stretch and improve what I can produce. It varies every year based on previous performance. It uses data science tools. Low scores in life performance, integrity, and daily discipline do not always mean a lack of discipline and accomplishment. It only means I could not hit the target for that particular month. Indeed, results do not lie. Even If I failed for a specific month, for example, on health and school performance, the most important thing is that most of my grades in UP and LST-Ateneo were between 1.75 to 1.0
Here are some steps to help me account for my personal development:
a. Set goals: Start by setting specific goals that I want to achieve in my personal development journey. These goals should be realistic, measurable, and achievable within a specific timeframe.
b.Keep a journal: Keep a journal to record my progress and reflect on my experiences. Writing down my thoughts and feelings can help me gain insights into my personal development journey.
c.Seek feedback: Seek feedback from others, such as mentors, friends, or family members. Their feedback can help me identify blind spots and areas for improvement.
d.Track my progress: Track my progress towards my goals and celebrate my successes along the way. This can help me stay motivated and focused on my personal development journey.
e.Continuously learn: Continue to learn and develop new skills and knowledge through books, courses, workshops, or other learning opportunities. This can help me expand my perspectives and improve my personal and professional growth.
In summary, accounting for my personal development involves setting goals, keeping a journal, seeking feedback, tracking my progress, and continuously learning. By doing so, I can become more self-aware, improve my skills and knowledge, and achieve my personal and professional goals.
2. Have I been shaped by my genes or my environment?
The debate about whether nature or nurture has the most significant impact on human development has been ongoing for decades. Some people believe that our genes are the primary determinant of who we are, while others argue that our environment shapes us.
Genes are the basic building blocks of life, and they contain the instructions for everything from our eye color to our height. Some traits, such as eye color, are entirely determined by our genes and are not influenced by our environment. However, other traits, such as our personality and intelligence, are influenced by both our genes and our environment.
Environmental factors, such as our upbringing, education, and social surroundings, can have a significant impact on our development. Studies have shown that children who grow up in poverty, for example, are more likely to experience negative outcomes such as poor health and lower academic achievement.
In conclusion, it is impossible to say whether genes or environment has more of an impact on my development, as both play a crucial role. While genes provide the blueprint for my physical and mental makeup, my environment shapes my experiences and can have a significant impact on my development.
3. What aspects of my development that have been FUNDAMENTALLY genetically defined?
There are many aspects of human development that are fundamentally genetically defined. One of the most well-known examples is the genetic determination of physical traits such as eye color, hair color, height, and facial features. These traits are largely determined by variations in specific genes, and are inherited from our parents.
Another important aspect of development that is genetically determined is the risk for certain diseases and disorders. For example, some individuals may have a genetic predisposition to develop conditions such as cancer, diabetes, or heart disease. In many cases, these genetic factors interact with environmental factors to determine an individual’s overall risk for these conditions.
4. Conversely, in what ways have I been PRIMARILY shaped by external (environmental) factors?
Human beings are shaped by a combination of internal and external factors. External factors, such as our environment, can have a significant impact on my life, often shaping my beliefs, attitudes and behaviors. In this context, let’s explore some of the ways in which I am primarily shaped by external (environmental) factors.
Firstly, my family environment plays a significant role in shaping my personality. My parents, siblings, and other family members are the first people I come into contact with. They shape my beliefs, values, and attitudes towards life. For example, my Army dad is religious and love to jog in the morning, I grow up to be religious and Taekwondo athlete as well. Similarly, my parents value education, I also value education and strive to excel academically.
Secondly, the culture in which I grow up can also have a significant impact in my life. My cultural environment shapes my beliefs, values, and social norms. For example, I grew up in a collectivist culture, as a result, during my teen and young adult years, I prioritize the needs of my community over my individual needs. It resulted to founding International Center for Youth Development. On the other hand, as I mature and gain experience, I started to adapt a culture that values individualism, I started to prioritize my personal needs over those of the community because of the reality that we are all gonna get old, sick, and die. I decided to set aside budget for personal savings and investment.
Thirdly, my socio-economic status can also shape my life significantly. My access to education, healthcare, and other resources is often determined by my socio-economic status. Prior to becoming personally poor, I belonged to a middle and rich clan and family. Because I grew up middle class family, I have access to quality education and healthcare. My parents were able to send me and my sisters to Filipino chinese schools and Ateneo schools. I became poor after leaving the house due to serious family breakdown.
In conclusion, external factors such as family environment, culture, and socio-economic status play a significant role in shaping my life. However, it’s important to note that while external factors can influence me, I also have the power to shape my life through my own choices and actions.
II. How old am I?
How should I describe my age according to the different dimensions—chronological, biological, psychological, and social?
Describing my age according to different dimensions can help provide a more holistic understanding of my life experience. Here are some ways I can describe my age based on the following dimensions:
Chronological Age: This refers to the number of years you have been alive. It is a basic way of describing my age and is often used for legal and administrative purposes. For example, I might say “I am 43 years old” to describe my chronological age.
Biological Age: Biological age refers to how well my body is functioning compared to other people my age. It takes into account factors like my overall health, fitness level, and risk of disease. For example, I might say “I am biologically 25 years old” because I have a healthier lifestyle than the average person my age.
Psychological Age: Psychological age refers to my cognitive and emotional maturity. It takes into account factors like my ability to reason, my emotional stability, and my life experiences. For example, I might say “I am psychologically 55 years old” because I have a lot of life experience and mature for my age.
Social Age: Social age refers to the roles and expectations that people have for you at your age. It takes into account factors like your career, marital status, and social life. For example, I might say “I am socially 25 years old” because I am still in college school, and a working student.
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