JUNE 2015
Philippine Normal UniversityThe National Center for Teacher
EducationProsperidad, Agusan del SurMINDANAO
A. IntroductionGuidance status at present is an outgrowth of
several movements which are centered on human behavior patterns
like psychology, philosophy, mental hygiene and others. However,
during the earliest period guidance is motivatd by religious and
superstitious belief in helping others to discover their
potentialities, analyze their abilities and even predicts one
future.
It may seem unbelievable, but people are still influenced by
these practices as evidenced by their behavior and they spent much
money and time waiting for that lucky day.
B. Discussion ProperA. What is Pseudo-science? Pseudo-scienceis
a claim, belief or practice which is incorrectly presented
asscientific, but does not adhere to avalidscientific method,
cannot bereliablytested, or otherwise lacks scientific status.
(Wikipedia) In other words, Pseudo-science are sciences which are
not true since they are not according to the qualifications of
being called as such, real science. PSEUDO-SCIENTIFIC TECHNIQUES IN
GUIDANCE1. Numerology is predicting of future outcomes or events in
terms of lucky and unlucky numbers. Prediction of lifes partner
through numbers Omission of (13) thirteen in the numbering of rooms
in buildings and other hotels Friday the thirteenth Feng Shui
Horoscope Readings All of these has been part of our tradition.2.
Astrology is associating ones fate with the course of stars and
other heavenly bodies. Horoscope Characters (Gemini, Sagittarius,
Cancer, etc.)
3. Graphology is analyzing ones character in terms of ones
penmanship pattern. Comprehensive thinker
4. Palmistry, the belief that lines on can tell the fate and
destiny of an individual. Palmistry is the art of characterization
and foretelling the future through the study of the palm, also
known as palm reading. The practice is found all over the world,
with numerous cultural variations. Analysis on linesLine of Passion
This line shows how strong your emotions are.Line of the Heart This
line shows how deep your love for others is.Line of the Head This
line shows how intelligent and creative you are.Life line this line
shows how long you will live.Lines of Worries If there are many
lines, there will be many worries in the future.Bracelets If there
are 3 strong and clear lines, you will have a good fortune and
health.Lines of Attractive Spouses If these lines are far apart,
your spouse (husband/wife) will be very attractive. If they are
close together, your spouse will be unattractive.Lines of Children
You will have one for every line.Lines of Romance You will have one
serious romantic relationship for every line.Line of Health This
line shows general health. If the line is broken, there might be a
serious illness in the future.Line of Success This line is very
rare. People with this line always have good luck.
5. Phrenology is character analysis technique whereby an
individual traits example. Honesty, sympathy, love and ability can
be determined through bodily structure.
6. Physiognomy allied with phrenology that predicts personality
traits through facial characteristics, bodily structure or muscular
set.
7. Dream Interpretation is the process of assigning meaning
todreams.a. Demonsare sneaky evil entities which signify repressed
emotions. You may secretly feel the need to change your behaviors
for the better.b. Killingin your dreams does not make you a closet
murderer; it represents your desire to "kill" part of your own
personality. It can also symbolize hostility towards a particular
person.c. Being trapped(physically) is a common nightmare theme,
reflecting your real life inability to escape or make the right
choice.d. Other examples: Teeth, numbers
8. Occultism and Spiritualism ways of looking into the past and
future through the help of spiritista. Occultism is the study of
occult practices, including (but not limited
to)magic,alchemy,extra-sensory perception,astrology,
spiritualism,religion, anddivination. CONCLUDING STATEMENTSIn the
totality, pseudo-scientific techniques in guidance has been part of
our culture since now and then. But, however, it is still us who
are the masters of our fate. We are the makers of our own path.
These techniques may somewhat help us in different ways but it in
the final roll, it is still ourselves who will make the right
ways.
Prepared by:
ASOR-CHED F. CABERTEBEE- AG- II-2
Presented to:
PROF. NELLY FLORESCourse Instructor3
