Identity is whatever makes one definable and recognizable, in terms of possessing a set of qualities or characteristics, that distinguishes one from others. Ones identity is unique and ever-changing, interpreted dissimilarly from different points of view and influenced subconsciously by a number of exterior factors rather than consciously by oneself. Teachers and fellow students, it is this which makes the concept of Searching for Identity so captivating and enthralling.…
A strong sense of identity is largely dependent on family and social standing within the community. The venturing into new worlds acts as a catalyst for the development of an individual’s identity. J.C Burke’s novel ‘The Story of Tom Brennan’ follows the life of Tom Brennan as he completes his final year of high school. This novel effectively demonstrates how an individual’s identity can be impacted positively or negatively when undertaking new experiences.…
the people in her tribe when she came back to them. Devens, C argues that, zitkala-Sa admitted that when she retuned from the missionary school she felt that she was out of her place at her tribe because the colonizers’ culture had caught her (237). She finds herself more isolated from the members of her native culture. she convinces, Well, you can guess how queer I felt—away from my own people— homeless—penniless—and even without a name!().…
White slave owners in the American South during the 18th and 19th centuries often attempted to make their slaves lose their identity through a variety of means. They did this to empower themselves over the blacks, as the blacks would no longer feel like a real person with a unique and individual identity. Although the patterns of white dominance over blacks have not disappeared over time, they have changed in this regard. In the 1900s, blacks were finally express their own identity, and were not held back by whites. The play “A Raisin in the Sun,” by Lorraine Hansberry, exemplifies this. The play only provides a glimpse into the life of the Younger family and those they interact with, as it takes place over a short period of time. However,…
Mahala Williams is a fifteen year old girl, who lives in the suburbs of Washington, DC, with her maternal aunt Josephine St. Claire. Mahala's imagination is vivid and expressive and filled with creativity. Like a lot of us, she too struggles with her identity. What if you knew that you were powerful beyond measure, more capable than the mind can fathom, will that transform the way you view yourself when you stared into the mirror? If you knew the why of who you are, will it assemble the fragmented pieces of your existence? If you were able to peer into your future and capture the extraordinary thoughts your creator thinks of you, will it catapult you into an identity that is unshakable? What if you discover the power of knowing the “why” of…
Chris McCandless changed his name "to symbolize the complete severance from his previous. No longer would he answer to Chris McCandless; he was now Alexander Supertramp, master of his own destiny" (Krakauer 23). I believe that McCandless chose Alexander Supertramp because signifies what he hoped to accomplish; to become the best vagabond out there. I believe that he did not achieve in coming the best vagabond because he did not live to tell about his travels. McCandless was free spirited and opposed societal norm. McCandless embraced a new identity so he could escape his current lifestyle, let his spirit run free, and to gain independence which he craved. To assume a new identity means that you are leaving your former life behind. Creating…
Identity – requires: others to value you, your own self esteem – how you regard yourself…
In social science the term identity describes a person's conception and expression of their personal individuality or group identity, e.g. national identity or cultural identity.…
One’s identity is who or what a person is and how they are perceived by themselves and others. Your identity defines who you are and where you fit in. It is a self-representation of your interests, relationship, social activity and much more. Some believe our sense of identity and belonging is shaped by various factors, including our experiences, relationships, and our environments. Conversely, others believe that personality is shaped by nature, and that one is defined by their biological characteristics and hereditary traits passed down from previous generations. Nevertheless a combination of both nature and nurture shapes us throughout life. For a majority of the population their journey to find their identity and belonging can often be a struggle due to many reasons. The issue of identity and belonging has captivated humans for many generations, and will remain a key turning point for many to come. We can only truly accept ourselves by acknowledging both of the contributing factors which define who we are.…
Identity, according to Santrock (2012), is “Who a person is, representing a synthesis and integration of self-understanding” (p. 140). One of the theorists in this area was Erik Erikson. Erikson believed the two parts to identity is “personality and role expermentation” (Santrock, 2012, p. 141). Santrock (2012) believed identity had several parts, including the following: work path, political views, marital status, motivation, personality, body image, and religious beliefs (p. 141). Basically, life itself, shapes our identity. That includes society, as well as ones parents.…
What exactly defines ones identity? According to Merriam Webster, identity is defined as the distinguishing character or personality of an individual. One’s quest for true identity can be quite the struggle as it was for Barrack Obama in the story, Dreams from My Father. Throughout Obama’s journey, he was faced with many factors but still fought to discover his individual identity. Among the many factors Obama was faced with, the communities he was raised had a significant impact on his perceptions of the world. Next, Obama struggles with moral responsibilities throughout the story to himself and to the community as a whole. Finally, Obama was faced…
Identity is who a person is. Identity is a complexly layered subject that allows people to either distinguish one from others, or generally organize a group of people who have similarities. Identity is made up of a lot of factors, but the most influential factor has to be gender.…
The identity plays a key role in our lives, it represents how we humans think of ourselves. Identity is a person's conception and expression of their own and others' individuality or group affiliations such as cultural Identity. Identity of a person is the characteristics that distinguish that person from others. To put it simply, is meant to find out who you are.…
Identity is who a person is. It determines how you act and how people think of you. For example, a person whose identity is bad is often bound for trouble and for others to look down on them, whereas a person with a good identity is often bound for success and treated well by others. A person’s identity can be affected by many things: where he/she was born, the person’s parents, friends and other things. Through my life experiences I have become creative, spirited, and inquisitive.…
It is not one thing, but made up of many others, it is a whole, made up of fragments which fuse into each other, fickle as it is we all search for out identity. It is not how you live your life, it is not what you have done, but what you’ll be remembered, for, which identity is developed. We build an identity to be remembered by others, to create (meaningful) relationships which will leave behind a legacy of inspiration. Every moment in life is a part of a person’s identity,…