Caring for Oneself, Others and the State as Components of Physical Education and Patriotic Education of Russian Youth
Authors:   Volgograd State University, Sadovnikov E.S. , Fantrov P.P. ,   Volgograd State University, Cherviakova E.I. ,   Pushkin Leningrad State University
Published: January 2025

Introduction. Determining the level of influence of physical culture and patriotic education in the context of caring for oneself, others and the state is an actual direction of modern pedagogical science. Physical education as a manifestation of a person's concern for himself, strengthening his health, forming stable life habits leads to an improvement in his physical condition, the development of self-awareness and self-discipline skills. The formation of caring for others through participation in physical education activities develops social competencies such as empathy, the ability to cooperate and collective responsibility, contributing to cohesion and interaction. Patriotic education through physical activity promotes awareness of the importance of a young person's personal contribution to social well-being and active participation in the life of the state, which increases his civic responsibility and patriotic self-awareness. The aim of this study is to provide a comprehensive understanding of how care for self, others and the state can be integrated into physical education and patriotic education to contribute not only to the formation of a mature personality, but also to the sustainable development of Russian Federation. Scientific novelty lies in the authors’ development of a comprehensive approach to the study of physical culture and patriotic education, integrating personal (concern for oneself), social (concern for others) and state (concern for the state) aspects into a unified educational system.

Materials and methods. The methodological basis of the study of physical education and patriotic education oriented towards caring for oneself, others and the state is based on the fundamental provisions of a number of scientific theories: personality theory, activity theory and physical education theory. In the course of the research, the authors relied on the key principles of scientific analysis, such as system-structural analysis, the principle of unity of consciousness and activity, the personal-activity approach and the principle of development of the subject through activity. These methodological approaches provided a holistic understanding of the process that integrates personal development with patriotic values and physical activity. The following methods were used in writing the article: analysis of literature and documents; analysis of basic concepts of the research; causal analysis of the studied phenomena; forecasting.

Results. A conceptual analysis of the research by A. P. Tuzhilin and V. V. Koval showed that in the context of physical education, emphasis should be placed not only on improving the physical abilities of young people, but also on stimulating their spiritual, social and personal development. The authors of the article analyze the relationship between patriotic education of young people and caring for themselves, others and the state, considering it through the prism of value orientation, which contributes to the formation of a responsible and socially active citizen. Patriotic education integrates these aspects into a holistic worldview, where caring for one's own health and personal development acts as a foundation for supporting others and strengthening the state. By recognizing themselves as an integral part of a broader socio-political structure, the younger generation can develop a balanced approach to personal aspirations and social responsibilities. This contributes to the formation of a generation that is able to actively participate in shaping the future of its society and state, playing a key role in ensuring social harmony and promoting social progress. Discussion and conclusion. The problematics of taking care of oneself, others and the state within the framework of physical culture and patriotic education of Russian youth is a multifaceted research area significant for the formation of the modern young generation. At the individual level, the significance of strengthening the physical health of a young person and the formation of his/her sustainable motivation to lead a healthy lifestyle is emphasized. At the interpersonal level, attention is paid to the development of social competences and skills of interaction of young citizens in society. At the socio-governmental level, physical culture and patriotic education is focused on the development of civic responsibility and patriotic consciousness among young people for the defence of the homeland.