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.
Click the link for Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s TED talk, The danger of a single story:
Adichie,C.N. (2009). The danger of a single story [Video].TED Conferences.
https:www.ted.com/talks/chimamanda_ngozi_adichie_the_danger_of _a_single_story
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.
Please use the Ted talk as a reference and include it in your response.
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