How do you think other people view you?
Is your view of yourself influenced by how others view and
relate to you?
How has your sense of self been influenced by those around
you?
The theory of the looking-glass self helps explain that how you
think other people view you influences your view of yourself.
In this week’s Ted Talk video, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
cautions us to not reduce ourselves or others to a “single story.” Why might it
be important to see a complete picture of others and ourselves?
For your assignment, you will explore your experience with
watching the video on the danger of a single story. You will consider whether
you can relate to any aspect of the experiences described. You will also
examine what aspects of your identity you would like people to know more about.
Watch the Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s TED talk, The danger of a single
story:
Chimamanda
Ngozi Adichie: The danger of a single story | TED Talk
Chimamanda
Ngozi Adichie: The danger of a single story | TED Talk
For your Journal Entry
Using the theory of the
looking-glass self, describe how your sense of self has been influenced by
those around you.
Based on your experience from
watching the video on the danger of a single story, explain whether you
can relate to any aspect of what Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie shared.
Explain what aspects of your
identity you would like people to know about.
Write at least 300 words.
Support your response with citations and references.
