1. Altruism and Egoism Unit 2 – Lesson 11 April 2012

2. Purpose of Lesson To give the student a working understanding of the concepts of Egoism and Altruism This will be done through the following: definitions, history and contemporary examples of each term

3. Altruism: Defined Devotion to the welfare of others It was coined by the early sociologist Auguste Comte≥

4. Altruism Comte used the Italian word: altrui meaning: of or to others In French it translates to: atruisme In English it translates to: altruism Put another way in one word altruism can be defined as: SELFLESSNESS

5. Altruism: What it is Altruism is a motivation to provide something of value to a party who must be anyone but the self At the same time it is different from duty or loyalty It is considered a virtue in some cultures and a core aspect of certain religious traditions It is the opposite of selfishness or egoism

6. Egoism: Defined The doctrine or attitude that one’s own interests are of greater importance than any other consideration or thing Commonly used by Sigmund Freud ≥ the creator of modern psychoanalysis

7. Egoism For Freud he compared egoism to the early stages of childhood where they feel their needs intensely and strive ruthlessly to satisfy them

8. Egoism Put another way in one word egoism can be defined as: SELFISHNESS

9. Contemporary Example Founded in 1902 by Rev. Dr. Edgar Helms This not-for-profit organization provides: Job training Employment placement services Other community based programs

10. Contemporary Example These programs are provided to people who have: Disabilities Lack education Lack job experience Or simply face employment challenges

11. Contemporary Example Through a network of almost 200 independent community organizations Spread over sixteen countries In 2010 alone, this industry spent over 3.2 billion dollars helping 2.4 million people (and their families!)

12. Contemporary Example: Goodwill

13. Relationships Lesson 11 November, 2013

14. Overview This lesson will give students an understanding of the various types of relationships that they will encounter in life

15. Lesson By the end of the lesson the students will: be able to identify and explain Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs with an emphasis on the third level: Belonging or Social Needs Be able to define explain and distinguish between Intrapersonal relationships and Interpersonal Be able to identify the two types of interpersonal relationships

16. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Abraham Maslow, an American psychologist, developed a theory based on his study of well adjusted, successful, and exemplary people Part of his theory included a ‘pyramid’ in which he illustrates the needs all people have As each level of ‘need’ is met, from the bottom up, people become motivated and focused to achieve the next level

17. Maslow’s Pyramid Can make notes on the handout

18. Intrapersonal Relationship Also called Intrapersonal Intelligence, was first used by the psychologist Howard E. Gardner in his theory of Multiple Intelligence you may remember this from last year: The Seven Ways to be Smart

19. Intrapersonal intelligence Intrapersonal intelligence is: how well you get along with yourself; how well you know yourself; how well you understand yourself.

20. Intrapersonal intelligence Is also concerned with how clear you are about: your strengths and weaknesses; your values and opinions; your goals and dreams

21. Where This Leads? With a strong and honest understanding of yourself; you are better capable of having a strong and honest relationship with others

22. Interpersonal Relationships This is an association between two people that may range from fleeting (holding the door for a stranger) to enduring (a marriage that lasts a lifetime) and everything in between!

23. Interpersonal Relationships Usually interpersonal relationships are divided into two main categories: Platonic relationships Non-Platonic or intimate relationships

24. Platonic Relationship Although attributed to the philosopher Plato, a Platonic relationship is one that is non-sexual The Church refers to this as Chaste love. In its highest form this love directs or inspires the other, both mind and spirit, to the love of God and all things divine.

25. Non-Platonic Relationships Also known as Intimate or Sexual relationship It includes physical and/or emotional intimacy Sometimes called romantic or passionate love

26. Church Teaching The Church teaches us that the physical or sexual form of this relationship is reserved for those mature and committed enough to wait and seek the Sacrament of Marriage at the appropriate time

27. Assignment On the back of the handout you will find questions related to the lesson. You will form into groups of three or four and answer the questions assigned to your group Students incapable of following these instructions will be required to complete one of the questions on their own as a written assignment. If you have any difficulties please bring them to my attention immediately!!!

28. Coming up → Wednesday – Complete Relationship Assignment, Start Love of Self and Others Lesson Thursday – Character Education/Work Period Friday – Test Review Monday – TEST