Explain How Internal And External Factors Shape Our Identity

Have you ever wondered if external factors shape you and your identity? Imagine, from the second one is born to the daily things as sense, taste, smell, hear, feel, see and touch. External factors have many roles to play affect our identity. Community, Environment and Experiences all play a part in shaping one's identity.

Your Environment shapes your identity. If one is brought up in a Environment which is sophisticated and affluent they have a positive chances of also becoming successful, wealthy and prosperous. Therefore, they will be able to get a bright future, referring to the Socs. On the other hand, if an individual is unfortunate or unlucky they will show similar actions in the future, who enjoys being a greaser. However some individuals can be inspired by the unfortunate events that take place and improve their future. “I looked at Darry. He wasn't going to be any hood when he gets old. He's going to get somewhere. That's why he's better than the rest of us, I thought” (Page 139). People choose to interact with similar minded people, but it all depends on their decisions . They all influence one's thoughts, actions and opinion therefore influencing our environment.
The people who we choose to interact and bond with start to respect and adopt their values and opinions. One will be more likely to have positive relationships than if they grow up with neglect, abandon or abuse. We are taught from the beginning what is right and what is wrong. “Soda piped up: "He likes to show off his muscles.". I digested what Soda had said. It was the truth. Darry liked anything that