I Am A Multifaceted Person

I feel that my public image is that I am a really timid and quiet. People tell me I look serious all of the time. I don't like talking about myself. I find myself struggling when it comes to taking to others

Since I was young, there was a communication barrier that existed between me and the outside world. My shyness led me to many downfalls on my academic side. Not understanding a topic would mean that I would never be able to clarify any questions that were on my mind. Until around 6th grade, I always considered myself introverted; I had the inability to blend in with strangers, peers and teachers.

Identity is what defines us as a person. Everyone one on earth has their own unique identity. To showcase my identity, I created a collage of images and descriptive words, called an identi-kit. This identi-kit shows what I feel like is my identity to myself and the others. My identi-kit identifies me as a mixed martial artist. The identi-kit has images of a deadly shark with mixed martial arts gloves on that say mixed martial arts on the front and fight shorts with the words competitor and warrior on them. It also has descriptive words like “killer instinct” and “fight” which describe my spirit. There are three assumptions that come to question when asking about one’s identity. The first is if you were born with this

My personality type is INFP according to (citation of website), they describe this type as “the true idealist always looking for the hint of good in even the worst of people and events, searching for ways to make things better. While they may be perceived as calm, reserved, or even shy, INFPs have an inner flame and passion that can truly shine.”(citation) this resonates with me because I do see myself as an idealist and I feel that it is my idealism that allows me to communicate as I do despite being an introvert. While I generally do prefer being alone, I have this need to share my ideas and discover other’s ideas which allows me to be perceived as more of an extrovert

According to Ted Polhemus in “Appearance Equals Identity” the way that appearance is perceived determines a social tactic in which we choose to approach a person. Polhemus has observed that giving verbal labels has not worked. The verbal labels have not worked because they are seen as stereotypes and not everyone fits into those categories. While appearances have provided a sense of expression and character. People's appearances are broken down into bits and pieces to distinguish their personalities. Appearances are important because they allow us to identify distinct personalities without saying anything. Polhemus is right when saying that appearance helps identify a person's identity because it is self

Bix) Your identity is what you think about yourself. Are you independent, confident, able, attractive etc?

One’s awareness of their identity adds to the way they portray themselves and how their physique could play a role in their identity.

My entire life, I have been very introverted. I can be a leader when called upon but I tend to feel most comfortable when I am given instructions on what is to be done. For many years I played softball, and after a lot of practice, I was the starting catcher on my team. The majority of my time catching, my

Everyone has heard that it is who you are on the inside that counts. This part of your identity is what makes a person truly unique. It is true that someone can have the same name, be the same age, or have the same job as you. So your identities would seem very similar. It is possible for two people from the same place that share such numerous interests to believe that they are one and the same. That is until you take a closer look and examine the person?s thought and feelings. No two people are exactly alike. Our identities spawn individuality. Therefore, your identity also shows what kind of person you are beneath the skin. It is a picture of how your view your self and your purpose in the world.

The Myers-Briggs Indicator defines me as an “ISTJ,” which stands for “introverted, sensing, thinking, and judging.” It states that I have a “distinct preference for introversion over extroversion.” The introverted character trait is the most plausible, because issues regarding social interaction and outwardly conveying my feelings and emotions have always been a challenge for me. Around the time that I was in elementary school, I was diagnosed with social anxiety. Before, psychiatrists pondered the possibility of me falling on the high-functioning end of the autism scale and nearly diagnosed me with Asperger Syndrome. My social communication skills are lacking. Because of this, I consider making friends and talking to other people my age to be taxing activities.

When I see myself, I see a shy introvert that is terrified of humiliating herself in public. I relate to certain characters such as Bella Swan of Twilight, Juno, and Shrek. I’m shy, quiet, and social interaction terrifies me. However I also like the excitement I get from it. I have anxiety. Some days i need human interaction to keep me sane and others I physically cannot stand being around other people. i guess you could say that not only am i a social outcast, but i'm also a social butterfly.

The first subset of my personality is Extraversion, as opposed to Introversion. As an extrovert, I would describe myself as social, external and gregarious. This characteristic helps me communicate and reach out to others. However, there are cons that go along

As I have gotten older, some of the introversion has faded to a certain extent, but it is still present. Through my job as a Special Education Teacher, I have had to overcome a majority of my introversion so I can effectively do my job. On any given day, I will have to speak to not only my students but also the office staff, coworkers, and possibly some of the children’s parents. Conversation goes both ways, so to be successful at my job; I would have to be willing to be open and communicate with others more. I also have to realize that I need to make the first step sometimes. Not everyone is going to come to me; there are times I am going to have to go to others.

Our identity can sometimes be shaped by the way others see us. As we have seen, the way in which others view us can have some sort of impact on how we see ourselves. There are also other contributing factors such as our years of adolescence, the basic human need of wanting to belong and maturing; all play an equally important part in the forming of our character and who we are. On balance it appears that there is not only one influence in the shaping of our identity, but there are many.

I have identified my personality style as being extroverted, one who becomes easily energized by others, and outwardly expressing thoughts as long as I am fully understanding context and material being discussed. If I have no idea what is being addressed, I am better of keeping quiet to save myself from