Culture vs. Personal Identity

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This paper presents a detailed examination of the relationship between cultures and identities in today's world. The paper explores the different dimensions that influence individuals and identities and explains the impact on the way society operates in the world. The paper contends that people develop identities based on their personal desires, beliefs, and experiences, even if that strays from the cultural traditions they are living in.

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"As the world continues to evolve, societal changes are taking place. Globalization contributes to the melting pot called earth and as societal barriers come down, people have a chance to learn about other cultures throughout the globe. Wars, religions, education aspirations and other elements of daily life are impacted by one's identity. Whether one wants to be a scientist, housewife, rabbi or actor their personal identity has an impact on that desire being developed. Another important factor in how identity develops is the culture in which one is raised. Cultural differences play a strong part in the development of identity. They are similar yet different as their individual elements overlap and separate to create the difference between a population and an individual. One can examine several cultures worldwide to see how they create multiple dimensions when it comes to one's personal identity."

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