*Definition

*Aspects of Material Self

*Different types of Material Self
*Key reasons for holding on to Objects along with the relief it provides to an individual *The
Negative impact of Materialistics ideology
*How to Manage a Materialistic Self
*Advice for Handling Problems Caused by a Materialistic Self

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QUOTE/QUESTION
What to do when you want something you don’t need? (Put in a small rectangle)
How will you determine your wants or your needs?

DEFINITION OF MATERIAL SELF

Material Self

The material self is an individual's physical and tangible possessions that make up their
identity. It includes items such as clothing, jewelry, cars, furniture, and other possessions
that are owned and used by the individual. It also includes the individual's physical
appearance, such as hairstyle, body shape, and skin color. Material self is an important part
of a person's identity, as it can be used to express their personality and values.

According to William James, the "Material Self" is all a person perceives to be his or hers,
including not only one's body and material belongings but also one's reputation, and It's just
our nature to want things

The term "mine" refers to things, locations, or even individuals that fall under this category.
These things are seen as extensions of people's identities. James pointed out that the core
component of the material self is the body. Additionally, you view some bodily areas as
being more personally or privately yours than others. Your apparel is the next factor; they
are the items that both conceal and highlight your figure. Your family comes next; you are
related to them by blood and share both their honour and their disgrace. Next is your house,
which is where many aspects of your life have formed, where you feel the most at ease, and
which is intimately connected to your identity (We can add a photo of Willam James.)

Diff types of Material Self

There are 2 Different Distinctions for the Material Self Such as:

Bodily Self
 Specifically, William James identified the body as the innermost aspect of the
material self. Also, you perceive certain body parts as more private or intimately yours as
compared to others. The next aspect is your clothing; the garments which protect as well as
project your body.

Extracorporeal Self

A person's sense of self is not only limited to the physical entities but also includes
their psychological ownership of them. For instance, an individual may have a favorite book
she likes to read. Rosenberg (1979) has referred to the extracorporeal self as the extended
self, and we will adopt this terminology throughout the book.

To be more precise, it is not always about the physical object itself but the
psychological attachments an individual had to these tangible objects. It is not the physical
entities themselves, however, that comprise the material self. Rather, it is our psychological
ownership of them (Scheibe, 1985).

People seek immortality by passing their possessions on to the next generation

(Unruh, 1983, cited in Belk, 1988). Possessions also extend the self in time. Most people
take steps to ensure that their letters, photographs, possessions, and mementos are
distributed to others at the time of their death. Although some of this distribution reflects a
desire to allow others to enjoy the utilitarian value of these artifacts, this dispersal also has a
symbolic function

Key reasons for holding on to Objects along with the relief it provides to an individual

The key factor of the material self is claiming ownership of something. Whether it is an
object, person, or place the individual could say that it is 'mine'. And what the person owns is
a reflection of themselves.

By understanding the Material self, one can gain a better understanding of how these
components interact and influence each other. This understanding can help to improve one's
overall well-being, as well as to develop a better sense of self-awareness and self-esteem.
Additionally, understanding the Material self can help to identify and address any issues that
may be impacting one's mental and physical health.

The possession of material goods also shows one's social standing. These individual
decisions shape one's material and economic self, which is an extension of one's social
identity.

Object attachment is the emotional attachment that a person develops to an inanimate thing.
As they mature and develop, the majority of kids show some sort of attachment to a
particular blanket, doll, or article of clothing. Due to its familiarity and ownership by the child,
the object in issue typically gives the child a feeling of comfort and security.
Transitional objects are a common term for these items. Many psychologists think that they
promote healthy development and assist youngsters in becoming more independent.
Holding onto these transitory items for "too long" is not regarded as appropriate social
behaviour, though. Society assumes that as people age, they will naturally outgrow these
comforts.

Extreme object attachment in adults can emerge as a coping technique for a lack of
interpersonal attachment or as a symptom of hoarding disease, even if there are normal
degrees of object attachment throughout the lifespan. Although the importance of secure
interpersonal attachment as a protective factor for older persons has been well established,
research on object attachment in older adults is still in its infancy. As people become older,
they surely experience a lot of cognitive, emotional, and physical changes that could affect
how attached they are to objects. How we feel about our possessions might change as a
result of life events, especially over time. As we age, normative object attachment may be
impacted in a variety of ways, taking individual differences into account.

The Negative Impact of Materialistics Ideology

The Material Self is a term that relates to an individual's physical objects, assets, and
resources. In college, students frequently run across a variety of obstacles, disagreements,
and material self-related problems. Having financial stress, difficulty obtaining necessities,
and difficulty arranging their stuff are a few examples of this. Financial stress is a typical
issue for college students, who usually have limited means and must carefully manage their
money. This might make it difficult to buy basic items like food, clothing, and housing.
Additionally, because they frequently have a limited amount of room and must choose which
stuff to preserve, college students could find it challenging to organize their belongings. In
essence, it is a way for a person to define their own merits based on the values, principles,
and purposes they have chosen for themselves. The following items one has reflected these
values and provide a clear picture of his or her personality, including aspirations, wants, and
general character that is evident to the naked eye via the previously mentioned tangible
goods.

The absence of these elements may be metaphorically lethal to the person as it holds
significant psychological attachments to him/her. This in turn becomes an overwhelming
force for college students leading to several problems to emerge such as:

● Social anxiety, general anxiety, test anxiety, or panic attacks

● Family expectations or problems
● Depression, lack of energy or motivation, hopelessness, being overwhelmed, low
self-esteem, homesickness, loneliness
● Relationship difficulties (emotional and physical aspects of intimate relationships)
● Dealing with conflict or difficult people
● Grief from the loss of a loved one or a relationship breakup
● Stress, perfectionism, procrastination, time management
● Lack of confidence, assertiveness, self-esteem
● Past or recent trauma, abuse (physical, sexual, emotional), sexual assault, or
stalking
 ● Sexuality or gender identity questions

How to Manage a Materialistic Self

Limit the time you spend with materialistic people. Your materialistic friends, who show
off material things from time to time, tend to influence you gradually. You might end up
feeling envious or competitive and you begin to find every means to meet up with their
standard.

Avoid spending much time on social media. Social media is one of the forces that cause
materialism. This is because the information we see, hear, or read has a great impact on our
behavior, especially materially. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t use social media, but that
you should avoid being addicted and sieve the information you consume.

Declutter unnecessary materials. Getting rid of unnecessary materials and possessions

helps you to have more clarity and become more productive. It makes you figure out things
you don’t need around you and helps to keep only important things.
By doing this, you get to refrain from satisfying your desires when you want to buy or acquire
unnecessary things.

Render selfless services. Serving others reduces your materialistic habits. Being
materialistic can make you selfish, manipulative, and envious. Take your time to give back to
society, spend time with the needy, and avoid stepping on others to get to a position.

Avoid the status game. Seek friends from all social layers. Don’t buy into the game that
decides a person's worth based on their money or profession. I know people I would
consider smarter and more enlightened who live on a fraction of the income that others do.
Keeping pockets of connections within all levels separates you from the competitive aspects
materialism brings.

Judge yourself by your ethics and your understanding. I’d be far happier with myself if I
were poor but I understood the world and lived true to a system of ethics, than if I had the
opposite. Don’t base your self-worth on how much you’ve achieved or the admiration of your
peers.

Let go. Buddhism teaches that attachment to things creates suffering. Again, this is all in the
mindset. I’m not a Buddhist, but as I understand it, this doesn’t mean the only path to true
happiness is to abandon everything. It simply means that you stop trying to hold on to all the
things you own and the relationships in your life.

Create a system of goals and challenges. Materialism fills a void. Replace that
uncomfortable filler with goals and challenges.

Serve. Invest your energies into helping other people. I don’t view acts as being on a
continuum from selfishness to selflessness, as acts that directly benefit me can benefit
others as well.
Trash it. I’m the opposite of a packrat. When I need to do a major cleaning, I usually toss
just about everything I haven’t used recently.

See wealth as a challenge, not a result. I view earning more money as an interesting and
complex game.

You can’t take it with you. What is going to matter to you on your deathbed? Looking back
at your entire life, what was important? Use that to prioritize.

Advice for Handling Problems Caused by a Materialistic Self

Owning things becomes important when you have an internal void. When your internal world
is deprived it is only natural to want to fill it with external things. Unfortunately, this is like
filling a sieve with sand. The sand may fit in the sieve temporarily, but it will soon sift through
the holes, leaving you empty again. - ARATIA

My best advice is to be appreciative of what you have. Allowing envy to rule your life will be
your undoing. You must be patient if you truly desire anything. Patience is the key to
obtaining what you desire. - BAYABAY

A life driven by the desire for possession of material things can be very dangerous. My
advice is to be happy with the simple things in your life and don’t let material things be an aid
to your happiness. - BIÑAS

Material self-care is the practice of taking care of yourself through the use of physical items.
This can include anything from purchasing items that make you feel good, such as clothing
or jewelry, to taking care of your physical health by eating healthy and exercising regularly. It
also includes taking care of your mental health by engaging in activities that make you feel
good, such as reading or listening to music. - DURAN

I have this 70-30 rule on how I budget, 70% of my money goes to spending and saving 30%
in case I need money. And to not recklessly spend the 30% I'm saving, I hide it where it is
easily not accessible. This has helped me a lot when I need to restock on school supplies or
earn something for a hobby. - LABATETE

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