Identity

What is identity, and how does it affect one in their everyday life? Identity is who one is characterized by their actions and personality. One’s identity is affected by their family, friends and environment, as they influence one’s life every day. Identity can be very influential on a person’s life, as it can shape their future. There are multiple types of identity, such as personal identity, cultural identity, and social identity. By exploring and researching each type of identity and the forces that affect them, one can gain a clearer view of their identity as a whole.

What one thinks of themselves, along with their treatment of themselves and their actions, are the foundation for personal identity. I have an average intelligence level, I am no intellect, the only subjects I can possibly excel in are mathematics and science. This is because two of my uncles are extremely gifted in the fields of math and science and the try to pass the gift on to me. Their influence has also affected my choice in occupation, as when I am fully grown, hope to be a bio-mechanical engineer. I am also extremely interested in paradoxes. Paradoxes are quite enjoyable as they help clear my mind of any hindrances and replace them with confusion mixed with understanding. My liking of paradoxes is probably due to my good friend, Brennan Harris. He at times was an enigma in both his speech and external appearance. Once I was able to solve his puzzles and actually argue facts with him, I needed new puzzles, thus turning me to paradoxes. All in all, I am quite an average person, much like Biff Brannon from The Heart is a Lonely Hunter. Biff lead a very average life, he never did anything extraordinary or dull. Biff also pretty much just stood behind his counter not really talking much. Biff also enjoyed crossword puzzle, probably because they posed a challenge to his mind that others could no longer give to him.