Wednesday, January 4, 2012

39. It is primarily through identification with social groups that we define ourselves.

39. It is primarily through identification with social groups that we define ourselves.
Define: social groups
- Who we hang out with

Agree: 
- Social groups provide a sense of belonging.
Ex: The "black is beautiful" movement and the embrace of African hairdos, culture and traditions.
- Social groups provide people feedback on who they are.
- Some join social groups that hold similar beliefs and values to the individual.

Disagree:
- A person is defined by his or her individual nature, actions, reactions and role in society.
- Some join social groups to try and identify with it.
Ex: poor becoming rich and joining rich

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