10.2. Understanding the Self and the Body

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the main function of the Self?

   Hint

   Think about the conscious actions you take.

2. 2.

   What does the Body do?

   Hint

   Consider physical activities like running or eating.

3. 3.

   What is the primary role of the Self?

   • Acts as a bystander
   • Regulates and understands
   • Only feels emotions

   Hint

   Think of what makes you responsible for your decisions.

4. 4.

   True or False: Health is merely the absence of illness.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what health means in your life.

5. 5.

   Design a daily routine that incorporates at least three self-regulation techniques discussed in this section.

   Hint

   Consider the techniques we discussed like yoga, mindfulness, and regular scheduling.

6. 6.

   Analyze a personal experience where disharmony between your Self and Body led to a health issue. How could this have been avoided?

   Hint

   Think about specific behaviors and their outcomes in your life.