Self

What makes up our sense of self? Is it how we were raised, the friends we made, or events? I believe all of these play a role in our sense of self. The way we are raised influences are beliefs and morals. Personality develops with socialization. Major events over the course of our lives play a huge role in our sense of self. Being raised in a Southern Baptist environment enabled me to develop certain beliefs about the afterlife, my view of God, morals, and also provided an opportunity for socialization. Many of the friends I made at church remain some of the most import people in my life. I can rely on these people to set me straight, provide comfort in times of need, and help me make difficult decisions. All of these have made me into the person I am today. Sense of self, for me, is a complex idea. Sometimes I feel like I don't really know what "categories" I fit in to. I was raised Baptist, played sports as an athlete, lover, southern, and tomboy. All these describe who I am, but there's a lot more to me. My hope is that I can be more honest with myself and find a place for me on this Earth.