Values, Identity and Belief system

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Values, Identity and Belief system What have been the major influences in shaping your own values, identity and belief system? The major influences shaping my values, identity and belief system are a mix of my family and friends, education, society and culture. My family has always been the most influential in shaping my values, identity and belief system. I grew up in a family focused on hard work, discipline and humility. My parents were both raised by strict traditional Chinese parents who instilled these values in them. They passed on these values to their children and grandchildren, hoping that we would grow up to be better people. My parents were very strict, and I wasn't allowed to go out or have friends. I was so sheltered that I didn't even know what a boy looked like until age 11, when my dad started taking me to church with him on Sundays. I had to grow up pretty fast because of the strict household rules, which made me mature faster than most kids my age. We were also taught to respect others and not put ourselves above others just because we're smarter or more successful than them. How do these values, identities and belief systems influence your personal behaviour, and how do you respond to the behaviors of others, especially those who do not share your belief system? Values, identity, and beliefs are all part of the socialization process. They are learned through interactions with family members, friends, teachers, and others. These values can influence our behaviours in a variety of ways. Values are the principles that guide our actions and decisions. Our identity is how we see ourselves in relation to others. Belief systems are what we consider

true or false about the world around us. The values that I have learned from family members and friends significantly impact my behaviors because they will shape what I consider important or not worth doing. For example, my parents value hard work. I will likely put more time into working hard than being lazy because I want to please my parents by living up to their expectations. It can be challenging to respond to the behaviour of others when it is not aligned with our own beliefs. I would first try and understand the other person's perspective. The willingness to learn about the perspective of individuals with whom I disagree and to listen to their opposing viewpoints, especially if those views seem absurd. I would try and find common ground with them. This could be something that they share in common with me or something that they want from the situation. Finally, if all else fails and there is no way for us to come together on an issue, then it is time for us to move forward without them in our lives because this will only lead to frustration for both parties involved. Considering your major and/or profession you plan to enter after graduation, how will you handle value conflicts that arise? Value conflicts arise when we have to choose between two things that are both valuable. The important thing is to be aware of how you make decisions and understand your own values so that you can make the best choices for yourself and those around you. These conflicts can be found in many aspects of life, such as finances, time management and relationships. In the workplace, these conflicts will most likely occur when the person has to choose between their job and their personal values. The best way to handle these conflicts is by being honest with oneself about what they are willing to sacrifice in order to keep a certain value.

If I think about my major and profession after graduation, I will handle value conflicts by considering what I want to do in the future. For example, if I want to work in a creative industry like advertising or marketing, then what matters most is creativity. If I am more interested in having a stable job with benefits, then what matters most is stability. I will be able to handle value conflicts that arise in my major because I have a diverse background and I am a good listener. I have been exposed to different cultures and religions, which has helped me learn how to deal with different people. My background in psychology has helped me understand the importance of communication and empathy for others.

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