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.
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 what we value.
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.
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.
Reclaiming your identity after a breakup means rediscovering the parts of you that may have been neglected. As you reclaim your identity, it’s essential to set boundaries—not just with others ...
Each choice is a micro-expression of our identity —and over time, they add up to a life. Every choice reflects a complex interplay between biology, experience, emotion, and environment.
