Material self

Question 1

Refers to the parts of your identity that are tied to physical things and tangible aspects of your existence.

It’s a psychological concept that explains how we use possessions, our body, and even relationships to define who we are.

Answer 1

Material self

Question 2

What makes up the material self? (4)

Answer 2

1. Your body
2. Clothing and Style
3. Personal possessions
4. People and relationships

Question 3

Your physical appearance.

How you feel about your body.

Answer 3

Your body

Question 4

Clothes and accessories.

Answer 4

Clothing and Style

Question 5

Objects you value.

Answer 5

Personal possessions

Question 6

Close family, friends, or pets you consider yours.

Answer 6

People and relationships

Question 7

Founder of the material self concept

A pioneering American psychologist and philosopher.

Answer 7

William James

Question 8

Made buying goods and services easier, faster, and more secure.

Answer 8

Credit cards

Question 9

For high income corners, but later become accessible to low income groups due to competition and lower rates.

Answer 9

Initially

Question 10

Convenience, comfort, simplified transactions.

Answer 10

Advantages

Question 11

Hidden charges, fraud, overspending and debt risks.

Answer 11

Disadvantages

Question 12

Something that a person must have in order to live.

Answer 12

Need

Question 13

Something that a person desires to have but can live without.

Answer 13

Want