Identity - Psychology Today
Identity encompasses the memories, experiences, relationships, and values that generate one’s sense of self.
Basics of Identity - Psychology Today
8 dec. 2014 · What does it mean to be who you are? Identity relates to our basic values that dictate the choices we make (e.g., relationships, career). These choices reflect who we are and …
Where Does Identity Come From? - Psychology Today
23 jul. 2022 · Comparisons with others and reflections on our experiences form our sense of identity. Through psychology's various lenses, we have studied the extent to which we see …
The Neuroscience of Identity and Our Many Selves
17 jul. 2025 · You are not one self, but many. Psychology and neuroscience now agree that our identity is made of parts, shaped by brain networks that shift with emotion, memory, and context.
Becoming Ourselves - Psychology Today
12 mrt. 2025 · Does our identity become fixed by a certain stage in life, or is it always evolving? We gain insight into that question as we openly explore the intricacies of the self.
Shaping the Self During Adolescence | Psychology Today
14 aug. 2025 · Identity formation, figuring out values, beliefs, and direction, is the central task. Moreover, it is deeply intertwined with resilience, the capacity to stay grounded amid turmoil.
Who Am I Now? Coping With Postpartum Identity Loss
4 feb. 2025 · Motherhood shifts your identity, leaving many feeling lost or unrecognizable. Most moms experience identity loss, yet many hesitate to talk about it due to shame.
Personal and Social Identity: Who Are You Through Others’ Eyes
15 okt. 2021 · Personal identity is about how you see yourself as “different” from those around you. Social identities tell how you are like others—they connote similarity rather than difference.
Living in Alignment With Values, Identity, and Purpose
2 jun. 2025 · This highlights the importance of living in alignment —making decisions and setting goals grounded in our values, identity, and purpose.
The Hazards of an Athletic Identity - Psychology Today
3 jun. 2025 · There’s nothing wrong with athletics being part of your identity, but when it’s your entire sense-of-self it’s problematic.