1. Identity

2. Identity
Technical Definition: the condition of being oneself or itself, and not another
Identity divided into Individual Identity and Group Identity
Individual Identity can be categorized as Inner and Outer
“The self is a relation which relates itself to its own self” – Søren Kierkegaard
Identity includes realities of self and expression of self - the totality of one's self-construal

3. Types of Identity Group Identity Individual Identity
Sense of belonging to a particular group
Social influences within a group
Social category
Interpersonal interaction among group members
Based on social comparison - “Us and Them” relation
Identity that you develop about yourself
Evolves over the course of your life.
Includes aspects you do and do not have control over
Where you grew up
Color of your skin
Choices you make in life
How you spend your time
What you believe.

4. Individual Identity Expressions
Inner Identity
Outer Identity
What kind of person are you when no one else is around?
How do you identify yourself?
Personality alone
Likes/Dislikes
Comforts/Discomforts
Hopes/Dreams
How do you express your identity to other people?
How do you think other people identify you based on what you show on the outside?
Physical traits
Clothing/style
Actions/gestures
Personality with others

5. Aspects of Identity Genetics Choices Employment
Personality
Introvert vs. Extrovert
Habitual emotional states
Common behavioural responses to environment
Psychological influences
Background(s)
Culture
Religion
Racial identity
Sexuality
Life
Education
Socio-economic standing
Political views
Gender
Genetics
Physical appearance
Health (physical and mental)
Sex
Choices
Fashion
Likes/dislikes
Hobbies
Employment
Training
Expertise
Anything that makes You