In our daily life we encounter hundreds if not thousands of people depending on the current activity we’re undertaking. And to all of them we project a different image of ourselves, to our friends, our family, our neighbors, our teachers; and to others. We do this in hopes of being accepted by our pears, enough so that we are willing to change ourselves completely for it. So in terms we project a different persona; one that we find others will take a liking to in order to be included within the group. We say things we normally wouldn’t, we act in a different manner, and our choices and preferences often change to suite those of others. The act of conformity is all too common with members of society these days. Most people young and old practice it because acceptance is a prime objective in life no matter what age. Therefore we lead a false life. We become the persona which we project so much we lose touch with ourselves. And often find ourselves questioning who we truly are. The matter that standards are set and you can either conform to them or fall behind is quite sad. Primarily because everyone wants to lead their own life, not being afraid to hide themselves from others and doing what they want to, but in the meantime if an individual would put that into practice, all the others would shun them for it, a true act of hypocrisy.
Compliance: The act of conforming while in a public setting but keeping ones personal views and opinions to themselves.
Identification: To conform while in the group both publicly and privately but not after leaving it.
Internalization: To conform to the group both publicly and privately, this continues on after leaving the group.
Chances are you will be able to identify yourself with one of the characteristics above. Most people I notice practice the act of Identification, while others, like myself, tend to practice Compliance. I find Internalization is most common in groups where the parents didn’t have an active role in the child’s life. Therefore they choose conform to the group as it is their only form of family. Throughout the years it will be the only thing they will know and will continue to live out their life in that fashion, although this isn’t always the case. Stress, Anger, Depression, Sadness can all derive from the fact that the person is forced to conform. Although they are maybe surrounded with friends, they are unable to truly identify themselves with any one of them. As this goes on people may begin feeling a deepened sense that they are alone and are unable to change that fact. It can greatly affect their level of morality, sense of self, level of productivity, mood, self confidence and other multiple factors. In conclusion, the persona’s we project act as a safety net. So that can protect what is truly valuable, ourselves. We show our true side to only a select few. Seeing as we are emotional beings we do not wish to get hurt. That’s why some keep there emotions inside. So they won’t be judged and possibly ridiculed for them. All of this could change, if people began to grow up and accept others for who they really are. Whether or not you agree with their decisions simply respect them for it because we can all make a difference.
Compliance: The act of conforming while in a public setting but keeping ones personal views and opinions to themselves.
Identification: To conform while in the group both publicly and privately but not after leaving it.
Internalization: To conform to the group both publicly and privately, this continues on after leaving the group.
Chances are you will be able to identify yourself with one of the characteristics above. Most people I notice practice the act of Identification, while others, like myself, tend to practice Compliance. I find Internalization is most common in groups where the parents didn’t have an active role in the child’s life. Therefore they choose conform to the group as it is their only form of family. Throughout the years it will be the only thing they will know and will continue to live out their life in that fashion, although this isn’t always the case. Stress, Anger, Depression, Sadness can all derive from the fact that the person is forced to conform. Although they are maybe surrounded with friends, they are unable to truly identify themselves with any one of them. As this goes on people may begin feeling a deepened sense that they are alone and are unable to change that fact. It can greatly affect their level of morality, sense of self, level of productivity, mood, self confidence and other multiple factors. In conclusion, the persona’s we project act as a safety net. So that can protect what is truly valuable, ourselves. We show our true side to only a select few. Seeing as we are emotional beings we do not wish to get hurt. That’s why some keep there emotions inside. So they won’t be judged and possibly ridiculed for them. All of this could change, if people began to grow up and accept others for who they really are. Whether or not you agree with their decisions simply respect them for it because we can all make a difference.