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2.1 The Influence of Culture on Personal Identity

6 min readjanuary 22, 2023

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Isabela Padilha Vilela

Victoria Sokol

Victoria Sokol

I

Isabela Padilha Vilela

Victoria Sokol

Victoria Sokol

Unit 2 Review

This unit plunges deeper into a few aspects of personal and public identity by analyzing the influences that language and culture have on forming one's identity. Our guiding questions for this unit are:

  • How does one’s identity evolve over time? / ¿Cómo se desarrolla nuestra identidad a lo largo del tiempo?
  • How does language shape our cultural identity? / ¿Cómo moldea la lengua nuestra identidad cultural?
  • How does technology influence the development of personal and public identity? / ¿Cómo influye la tecnología en el desarrollo de la identidad pública y personal?
  • How does the art of a community reflect its public identify? / ¿Cómo refleja el arte de una comunidad su identidad pública?

2.1 Personal Identity

Some say the journey of self discovery and understanding is a lifelong adventure. Each person's can change over time.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-3ljaxoqofA4d.jpg?alt=media&token=0001de1f-b4b8-4b69-8cca-235ad9ee36fe

Image from el autoestima en los adolecentes.

Self-Esteem

is the collection of all of the deep perceptions, images, thoughts 💭, and judgements 🧑‍⚖️ about ourselves. The three main components of to consider are what you think, what you feel, and what you do. Know that can change over time.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-Yn4vfJph5Jho.jpg?alt=media&token=97708486-eb06-4511-ae50-84c8109989c3

Image from ABC.

What can cause lower ? According to Reach Out, there are many causes.

Causes

Palabra clave 🔑EnglishDescripción
padres que no animanunsupportive parentsLas personas que tienen un papel de influencia son importantísimos en el desarrollo de la autoestima.
Los amigos que son malas influenciasfriends who are bad influencesLos amigos son importantes en las experiencias que tienen los jóvenes.
Los eventos estresantes en la vidastressful life eventsLos eventos que resultan en estrés suman a tener muchos efectos.
La trauma o el abusotrauma or abuseUna vida llena de abuso o un evento traumático pueden bajar la autoestima.
El rendimiento pobre o metas impracticablespoor performance at school or unrealistic goalsEn la escuela es bueno hacer metas, pero si son impracticables o inalcanzables, se siente peor.
Los trastornos del estado de ánimomood disordersLos trastornos del estado de ánimo afectan la química del cuerpo y pueden mandar mensajes negativos al cerebro.
La ansiedadanxietyLa ansiedad se caracteriza por sentimientos de inquietud e inseguridad.
El acoso o la soledadbullying or lonelinessEl acoso es un ejemplo de ataques físicos o mentales que a veces resultan en el sentimiento de soledad.
Los problemas médicas en desarrolloongoing medical issuesOtros tipos de problemas médicas tienen efectos en el cuerpo y pueden hacerse sentir diferente que lo normal.

What are signs I could look out for so I can help? The largest sign of low is repetitive negative thoughts about self worth or self value. If you see someone struggling with low , offer kind words of encouragement that recognize what they are good at and build a positive relationship with them.

Beliefs

The main religion in Latin America and Spain is Catholicism ✝️ There is a long history of Catholic beliefs in the Spanish-speaking world. This stems from European kings🤴 and queens 👸 imposing the Catholic religion upon their subjects for many, many centuries.

Most predominantly in Spanish-speaking history, and Isabel I, los reyes católicos, united the kingdoms of Castilla and Aragón with their marriage 👩‍❤️‍👨 Ultimately, most of present day Spain came together under their rule. They have been titled the "" in recognition of their enforcement and spread of the faith by Pope Alexander VI. In their conquest, they had little tolerance of other religions and drove many Jewish ✡️ and Muslim ☪️ people out of their realm. This deeply rooted ideology eventually spanned centuries and travelled across the ocean with the who landed and conquered much of Central and South America. Under the orders of the Spanish kings🤴 and queen 👸 (and the Pope), Catholicism was imposed upon the indigenous people of the Americas with the same fervor and intolerance of indigenous beliefs or practices as the Jews and Muslims in Europe.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-HcGitpvd8iKE.jpeg?alt=media&token=de5c7abe-d556-4466-a554-5d5ab88f6b9d

Image from Twitter.

Nowadays in Latin America, a growing number of Catholic believers is decreasing each year. Some of this decrease is due to sweeping trends of equality movements and removing oppression.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-0U7FnPvmK06a.png?alt=media&token=a7f3cc47-52c1-4fe9-9d44-f92ca7b05719

Image from Pew Research Center.

Nowadays in Spain, many people still claim to be Catholic ✝️, but do not actively practice the Catholic faith by going to mass. It is very difficult to remove centuries of ideology, history, and cultural monuments from a place, so Catholicism is still heavily present in national institutions.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-SqcngpqBMvmY.jpg?alt=media&token=36e43efb-13f5-4a7a-b603-cecd8534dab6

Image from eldiario.es.

Apart from Catholicism, it is important to note a few of the folk religions that exist in the region of Latin America. While there are many religions practiced by smaller tribes of people in the Amazon Rainforest, there are two religions that have gained more popularity in recent years: and .

, 👼 💀 tiene raíces en las comunidades indígenas desde el siglo XVIII. Hoy en día hay más de 10 millones de creyentes. Se considera como una ángel. Los creyentes traen ofrendas para intercambiar por su ayuda. En otras partes, ha subido en popularidad por los carteles narcotraficantes en México🇲🇽 quienes rezan por su protección. Esta religión tiene conexión con o una raíz en la fé católica por el uso de santos y algunos que antes practicaban catolicismo practican ahora por ser parecidas salvo que se acepta más sin discriminar como las normas católicas.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-jcsnqWi18UjN.jpg?alt=media&token=732a1d2d-7898-4aae-9bcd-ad4549bda1ae

Image from Mitú.

tiene raíces afrocaribeñas y se considera una mezcla entre las tradiciones de Yoruba (de África) y Catolicismo. Se trajo a Cuba 🇨🇺 desde la África 🌍 durante el comercio de esclavos⛓️. Es una religión politeísta que enfoca más en ritos y prácticas como sacrificios de animales y ofrendas a los múltiples dioses. Para practicar esta religión, hay una ceremonia de iniciación de unos días, un toque de santo para invitar una posesión, curanderos que usan hierbas para sanar y consultas con un experto en adivinación.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-8pMQ4Hcgbz7B.jpg?alt=media&token=92c13f66-479d-41d7-af3a-3dfa0dedc50c

Image from Mitú.

Vamos Practicar! - Task Model

Primeramente, mira el seguiente gráfico sobre la diversidad de idiomas en México:

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2FScreen%20Shot%202023-01-18%20at%209.58-BnIcCW4uD5HU.png?alt=media&token=360e55be-f304-41ac-8b14-6e996638c11e

Intenta responder las seguiente preguntas:

  • What is the problem that this infographic points out?/¿Cual es el problema que señala este gráfico?

Possible answer: Este gráfico señala que en México hay muchas lenguas indígenas que estan en peligro de extinción. Además de existiren diversas otras lenguas en México y en el resto del mundo, diversos fatores sociales discriminan ciertas lenguas hasta el punto de su extinción.

  • What is the purpose of this inforgraphic?/¿Cual es el propósito de este gráfico?

Possible answer: El propósito del gráfico es crear conciencia sobre la discriminación de lenguas através de México. El gráfico también enfatiza como el país tiene una cultura rica y diversa que es mantenida a través de la lenguaje.

  • What are the most important pieces of information from this inforgraphic?/¿Cuales son las informaciones más importantes de este gráfico?

Possible answer: Algunas informaciones se destacan en el diseño. Por ejemplo, el hecho que existen más de 6,000 lenguas diferentes en el mundo, pero 50% de estas están en peligro de extinción. Otro dato importante es el facto que se hablan 68 lenguas indíginas en México, lo que demuenstras el tamaño de la diversidad lingüística del país.

Proximo, lee este texto: Tania Meza Escorza, "Día de la Lengua materna: La riqueza del plurilinguismo."

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2FScreen%20Shot%202023-01-18%20at%209.55-Xe8KuwVdylI7.png?alt=media&token=34222618-28e4-4f00-84c5-ab7b1a7250bc

As you read the article, it is important that you retain important pieces of information because you need to be able to summarize it. In addition, you should be able to make connections between the material and the main theme of the unit.

Ejemplo de resúmen:

En este artículo por Tania Meza Escorza, la autora enfatiza la importancia del pluralismo linguistico. Ella empieza el texto refiréndose al día Internacional de la Lengua Materna. El 21 de Febrero fue establecido, por la , el Día de la Lengua Materna con el propósito de mantener la diversidad linguística y proteger aquellos que hablan lenguas no dominantes en sus países. Además de esto, este día nos acuerda que nuestra lengua materna esta directamente conectada a el sentido de identidad. La autora refuerza que esto es especialmente importante para las minorías, como las mujeres y los pueblos indígenas y poblaciones rurales. De acuerdo con Tania, la lengua les ayuda a tener una voz en la sociedad.

Key Terms to Review (11)

Catholic Monarchs

: The Catholic Monarchs refer to King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile who ruled Spain jointly from 1474 until 1504. They played significant roles in unifying Spain politically through marriage alliances and religiously through their support for Catholicism.

Conquistadores

: Conquistadores were Spanish explorers and conquerors who played a significant role in the colonization of the Americas during the 15th and 16th centuries. They sought wealth, power, and land for Spain.

Fernando II

: Fernando II, also known as Ferdinand the Catholic, was the King of Aragon and Castile from 1479 to 1516. He played a crucial role in the unification of Spain and sponsored Christopher Columbus' voyages.

International Mother Language Day

: International Mother Language Day is an observance held annually on February 21st to promote linguistic and cultural diversity. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of preserving and promoting mother languages worldwide.

La Santa Muerte

: La Santa Muerte is a folk saint venerated primarily in Mexico as a personification of death. She is believed to provide protection, healing, and guidance to her devotees.

Personal Identity

: Personal identity refers to the unique characteristics, qualities, and beliefs that define an individual's sense of self.

Plurilingualism

: Plurilingualism refers to an individual's ability to speak multiple languages fluently. It goes beyond bilingualism (speaking two languages) and encompasses individuals who have acquired proficiency in three or more languages.

Santería

: Santería is an Afro-Caribbean religion that originated in Cuba but has spread throughout Latin America. It combines elements of Yoruba religion brought by African slaves with Catholicism.

Self-esteem

: Self-esteem is the subjective evaluation and perception one has about their own worthiness and value as a person.

UNESCO

: UNESCO stands for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It is an international organization that promotes peace, sustainable development, and intercultural dialogue through education, science, culture, and communication.

Yoruba traditions

: Yoruba traditions refer to the cultural practices, beliefs, and customs of the Yoruba people, an ethnic group primarily located in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. These traditions encompass various aspects of life including religion, art, music, dance, and social norms.

2.1 The Influence of Culture on Personal Identity

6 min readjanuary 22, 2023

I

Isabela Padilha Vilela

Victoria Sokol

Victoria Sokol

I

Isabela Padilha Vilela

Victoria Sokol

Victoria Sokol

Unit 2 Review

This unit plunges deeper into a few aspects of personal and public identity by analyzing the influences that language and culture have on forming one's identity. Our guiding questions for this unit are:

  • How does one’s identity evolve over time? / ¿Cómo se desarrolla nuestra identidad a lo largo del tiempo?
  • How does language shape our cultural identity? / ¿Cómo moldea la lengua nuestra identidad cultural?
  • How does technology influence the development of personal and public identity? / ¿Cómo influye la tecnología en el desarrollo de la identidad pública y personal?
  • How does the art of a community reflect its public identify? / ¿Cómo refleja el arte de una comunidad su identidad pública?

2.1 Personal Identity

Some say the journey of self discovery and understanding is a lifelong adventure. Each person's can change over time.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-3ljaxoqofA4d.jpg?alt=media&token=0001de1f-b4b8-4b69-8cca-235ad9ee36fe

Image from el autoestima en los adolecentes.

Self-Esteem

is the collection of all of the deep perceptions, images, thoughts 💭, and judgements 🧑‍⚖️ about ourselves. The three main components of to consider are what you think, what you feel, and what you do. Know that can change over time.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-Yn4vfJph5Jho.jpg?alt=media&token=97708486-eb06-4511-ae50-84c8109989c3

Image from ABC.

What can cause lower ? According to Reach Out, there are many causes.

Causes

Palabra clave 🔑EnglishDescripción
padres que no animanunsupportive parentsLas personas que tienen un papel de influencia son importantísimos en el desarrollo de la autoestima.
Los amigos que son malas influenciasfriends who are bad influencesLos amigos son importantes en las experiencias que tienen los jóvenes.
Los eventos estresantes en la vidastressful life eventsLos eventos que resultan en estrés suman a tener muchos efectos.
La trauma o el abusotrauma or abuseUna vida llena de abuso o un evento traumático pueden bajar la autoestima.
El rendimiento pobre o metas impracticablespoor performance at school or unrealistic goalsEn la escuela es bueno hacer metas, pero si son impracticables o inalcanzables, se siente peor.
Los trastornos del estado de ánimomood disordersLos trastornos del estado de ánimo afectan la química del cuerpo y pueden mandar mensajes negativos al cerebro.
La ansiedadanxietyLa ansiedad se caracteriza por sentimientos de inquietud e inseguridad.
El acoso o la soledadbullying or lonelinessEl acoso es un ejemplo de ataques físicos o mentales que a veces resultan en el sentimiento de soledad.
Los problemas médicas en desarrolloongoing medical issuesOtros tipos de problemas médicas tienen efectos en el cuerpo y pueden hacerse sentir diferente que lo normal.

What are signs I could look out for so I can help? The largest sign of low is repetitive negative thoughts about self worth or self value. If you see someone struggling with low , offer kind words of encouragement that recognize what they are good at and build a positive relationship with them.

Beliefs

The main religion in Latin America and Spain is Catholicism ✝️ There is a long history of Catholic beliefs in the Spanish-speaking world. This stems from European kings🤴 and queens 👸 imposing the Catholic religion upon their subjects for many, many centuries.

Most predominantly in Spanish-speaking history, and Isabel I, los reyes católicos, united the kingdoms of Castilla and Aragón with their marriage 👩‍❤️‍👨 Ultimately, most of present day Spain came together under their rule. They have been titled the "" in recognition of their enforcement and spread of the faith by Pope Alexander VI. In their conquest, they had little tolerance of other religions and drove many Jewish ✡️ and Muslim ☪️ people out of their realm. This deeply rooted ideology eventually spanned centuries and travelled across the ocean with the who landed and conquered much of Central and South America. Under the orders of the Spanish kings🤴 and queen 👸 (and the Pope), Catholicism was imposed upon the indigenous people of the Americas with the same fervor and intolerance of indigenous beliefs or practices as the Jews and Muslims in Europe.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-HcGitpvd8iKE.jpeg?alt=media&token=de5c7abe-d556-4466-a554-5d5ab88f6b9d

Image from Twitter.

Nowadays in Latin America, a growing number of Catholic believers is decreasing each year. Some of this decrease is due to sweeping trends of equality movements and removing oppression.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-0U7FnPvmK06a.png?alt=media&token=a7f3cc47-52c1-4fe9-9d44-f92ca7b05719

Image from Pew Research Center.

Nowadays in Spain, many people still claim to be Catholic ✝️, but do not actively practice the Catholic faith by going to mass. It is very difficult to remove centuries of ideology, history, and cultural monuments from a place, so Catholicism is still heavily present in national institutions.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-SqcngpqBMvmY.jpg?alt=media&token=36e43efb-13f5-4a7a-b603-cecd8534dab6

Image from eldiario.es.

Apart from Catholicism, it is important to note a few of the folk religions that exist in the region of Latin America. While there are many religions practiced by smaller tribes of people in the Amazon Rainforest, there are two religions that have gained more popularity in recent years: and .

, 👼 💀 tiene raíces en las comunidades indígenas desde el siglo XVIII. Hoy en día hay más de 10 millones de creyentes. Se considera como una ángel. Los creyentes traen ofrendas para intercambiar por su ayuda. En otras partes, ha subido en popularidad por los carteles narcotraficantes en México🇲🇽 quienes rezan por su protección. Esta religión tiene conexión con o una raíz en la fé católica por el uso de santos y algunos que antes practicaban catolicismo practican ahora por ser parecidas salvo que se acepta más sin discriminar como las normas católicas.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-jcsnqWi18UjN.jpg?alt=media&token=732a1d2d-7898-4aae-9bcd-ad4549bda1ae

Image from Mitú.

tiene raíces afrocaribeñas y se considera una mezcla entre las tradiciones de Yoruba (de África) y Catolicismo. Se trajo a Cuba 🇨🇺 desde la África 🌍 durante el comercio de esclavos⛓️. Es una religión politeísta que enfoca más en ritos y prácticas como sacrificios de animales y ofrendas a los múltiples dioses. Para practicar esta religión, hay una ceremonia de iniciación de unos días, un toque de santo para invitar una posesión, curanderos que usan hierbas para sanar y consultas con un experto en adivinación.

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2F-8pMQ4Hcgbz7B.jpg?alt=media&token=92c13f66-479d-41d7-af3a-3dfa0dedc50c

Image from Mitú.

Vamos Practicar! - Task Model

Primeramente, mira el seguiente gráfico sobre la diversidad de idiomas en México:

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2FScreen%20Shot%202023-01-18%20at%209.58-BnIcCW4uD5HU.png?alt=media&token=360e55be-f304-41ac-8b14-6e996638c11e

Intenta responder las seguiente preguntas:

  • What is the problem that this infographic points out?/¿Cual es el problema que señala este gráfico?

Possible answer: Este gráfico señala que en México hay muchas lenguas indígenas que estan en peligro de extinción. Además de existiren diversas otras lenguas en México y en el resto del mundo, diversos fatores sociales discriminan ciertas lenguas hasta el punto de su extinción.

  • What is the purpose of this inforgraphic?/¿Cual es el propósito de este gráfico?

Possible answer: El propósito del gráfico es crear conciencia sobre la discriminación de lenguas através de México. El gráfico también enfatiza como el país tiene una cultura rica y diversa que es mantenida a través de la lenguaje.

  • What are the most important pieces of information from this inforgraphic?/¿Cuales son las informaciones más importantes de este gráfico?

Possible answer: Algunas informaciones se destacan en el diseño. Por ejemplo, el hecho que existen más de 6,000 lenguas diferentes en el mundo, pero 50% de estas están en peligro de extinción. Otro dato importante es el facto que se hablan 68 lenguas indíginas en México, lo que demuenstras el tamaño de la diversidad lingüística del país.

Proximo, lee este texto: Tania Meza Escorza, "Día de la Lengua materna: La riqueza del plurilinguismo."

https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/fiveable-92889.appspot.com/o/images%2FScreen%20Shot%202023-01-18%20at%209.55-Xe8KuwVdylI7.png?alt=media&token=34222618-28e4-4f00-84c5-ab7b1a7250bc

As you read the article, it is important that you retain important pieces of information because you need to be able to summarize it. In addition, you should be able to make connections between the material and the main theme of the unit.

Ejemplo de resúmen:

En este artículo por Tania Meza Escorza, la autora enfatiza la importancia del pluralismo linguistico. Ella empieza el texto refiréndose al día Internacional de la Lengua Materna. El 21 de Febrero fue establecido, por la , el Día de la Lengua Materna con el propósito de mantener la diversidad linguística y proteger aquellos que hablan lenguas no dominantes en sus países. Además de esto, este día nos acuerda que nuestra lengua materna esta directamente conectada a el sentido de identidad. La autora refuerza que esto es especialmente importante para las minorías, como las mujeres y los pueblos indígenas y poblaciones rurales. De acuerdo con Tania, la lengua les ayuda a tener una voz en la sociedad.

Key Terms to Review (11)

Catholic Monarchs

: The Catholic Monarchs refer to King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile who ruled Spain jointly from 1474 until 1504. They played significant roles in unifying Spain politically through marriage alliances and religiously through their support for Catholicism.

Conquistadores

: Conquistadores were Spanish explorers and conquerors who played a significant role in the colonization of the Americas during the 15th and 16th centuries. They sought wealth, power, and land for Spain.

Fernando II

: Fernando II, also known as Ferdinand the Catholic, was the King of Aragon and Castile from 1479 to 1516. He played a crucial role in the unification of Spain and sponsored Christopher Columbus' voyages.

International Mother Language Day

: International Mother Language Day is an observance held annually on February 21st to promote linguistic and cultural diversity. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of preserving and promoting mother languages worldwide.

La Santa Muerte

: La Santa Muerte is a folk saint venerated primarily in Mexico as a personification of death. She is believed to provide protection, healing, and guidance to her devotees.

Personal Identity

: Personal identity refers to the unique characteristics, qualities, and beliefs that define an individual's sense of self.

Plurilingualism

: Plurilingualism refers to an individual's ability to speak multiple languages fluently. It goes beyond bilingualism (speaking two languages) and encompasses individuals who have acquired proficiency in three or more languages.

Santería

: Santería is an Afro-Caribbean religion that originated in Cuba but has spread throughout Latin America. It combines elements of Yoruba religion brought by African slaves with Catholicism.

Self-esteem

: Self-esteem is the subjective evaluation and perception one has about their own worthiness and value as a person.

UNESCO

: UNESCO stands for the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. It is an international organization that promotes peace, sustainable development, and intercultural dialogue through education, science, culture, and communication.

Yoruba traditions

: Yoruba traditions refer to the cultural practices, beliefs, and customs of the Yoruba people, an ethnic group primarily located in Nigeria and other parts of West Africa. These traditions encompass various aspects of life including religion, art, music, dance, and social norms.


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AP® and SAT® are trademarks registered by the College Board, which is not affiliated with, and does not endorse this website.