Embedded Assessment 1: My Cultural Identity

Everyone have different cultures everywhere in the world. there are all types of people with different ways of doing things. Like cajun culture it is unique. The food we eat, the music we listen to, and the cloths we wear and other factors. There is another rare culture that I am interested in it is black culture. There are so many different accusations about them like they are thieves, they love chicken, excedera but most of them are false.

When you talk about your cultural identity, not everyone will have the same things in common. The main things that make up my cultural identity is my age, gender, the music I listen to, the food I eat, and the state I live in. Somethings we will have in common, but no two people will have everything in common. Everybody’s cultural identity will be different, even if you are siblings. Things about your cultural identity makes you different from others even if you are family.

My culture comes from where I am from and where I was raised. I am Mexican. Every culture has a unique set of values, traditions and norms. The general culture of Mexican families has a strong foundation in unity. Family ties are strong in Mexican culture and have been for centuries. Culture is all about family. It is a family’s belief systems, the cultural traditions that are celebrated, and the special holidays and events that occur in the year.

My culture is very average like a lot of other people who live in Louisiana. Food is a part of my culture because, in Louisiana is some of the best food in the world. My age has a lot to do with my culture too because my generation uses a lot of technology. Music has impacted my life because I am in band. My cultural identity can be identified by my age, the food I eat, and the music I listen to.

People have different ideas as to what it means to be of another race. Many individuals believe that race should have no affect on their lives today. People who have the same qualifications shouldn't be persecuted because of their skin color. Cultural identity is how people live in response to their surroundings and beliefs. For example, people that grow up in the heart of Tokyo are bound to be different and think differently than those who grow up in a idyllic setting such as Worland. Langston Hughes, Colleen McElroy, and Lucille Clifton all have different standings on the cultural standings of their times.

I would describe my cultural identity as a grapevine. I stem from my parents’ roots and their values and customs, but as I grow up I change. I grow and intertwine into a complex grapevine of Mexican culture, American culture, and more. My roots will stay the same but it will be left behind as I’m exposed to more than just my parents and the beliefs stemmed in my household. The environment and weather is different than how it is in my house and so my end product will be different. I’ll intertwine in many directions as I

As a child of immigrant parents, my formative years in elementary and middle school were shaped by two important factors: the environment in which I lived and my background. My parents worked hard to settle into a new life in a foreign country to provide better opportunities for our family. This meant that we had to be flexible about where we lived due to relocating for jobs, and fluid about our ideas of culture. I recall the daunting nature of moving to a new city, twice, as a child. The prospect of leaving everything that was familiar to me and forming new friendships in an unfamiliar environment was a challenge. Through each of these moves however, I met people from differing backgrounds and learned to cross cultural barriers. I became accustomed to

Do I know who I am? Am I who I think I am? What makes me, me.? There’s a lot to know, and still so much more to explore and learn about myself. There are three main aspects about my life, that symbolizes who I am as a person. My cultural identity is based upon values, appearance and my life itself. I love who I am, and who I am becoming. My happiness and intelligence is what makes me stand out from others. I’ve always put my best foot forward and make the best decisions for myself. I am half Indian, Caucasian, European & Mexican on my mom’s side of the family. On my dad’s, I am Half Jamaican on my dad’s side of the family. Both of my parents taught me different ways around life and what is expected of me. But the three things that sums up my cultural identity are food, fashion, and family traditions.

I am an African American female but that isn’t all there is to know me for. I am an African American girl who is very interactive with my religion and also my culture. Cultural identity can be hard to explain because some people don’t know what’s really in their culture and they fail to see , and understand it. I know what my cultural identity is because of my ethiopian flag, the baked macaroni, and the movie the lion king.

The cultural competence self-assessment shed light on the depth of my knowledge about varied cultures other than my own. It can likewise uncover what more I ought to find out around a particular populations belief’s, values and qualities. Self-evaluation made me understand the pervasive part culture plays in people’s lives. It helps us (physicians/clinicians) in distinguishing areas in which we may enhance the nature of our services to culturally diverse populations.

Culture according to oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary is the customs and beliefs, art, way of life and social organization of a particular country or group. Culture refers to the customs, practices, languages, values and world views that define a social group. Cultural identity therefore is the identity or feeling of belonging to a group. It is a part of a person’s self-conception and self-perception and is related to nationality, ethnicity, religion, social class or any kind of social group that has its own distinct culture. According to Pratt, as a ‘historical reservoir’, culture is an important factor in shaping identity. Cultural identity is both characteristic of the individual but also of the culturally identical group of members who share the same cultural identity. Cultural identity is important for people’s sense of self and how they relate to others. A strong cultural identity can contribute to people’s overall

Culturally, family is the base of my Hispanic heritage. As a child my mother taught me that family is the most important aspect of life. I remember my abuelita and uncle visiting every Thanksgiving and telling stories about their youth, from my uncle getting lost in Yosemite National Park to my abuelita regularly being dragged by the ear to Mother Superior’s office. When she came to visit, my abuelita would always share the family albums that she had stuffed in her suitcase. With every picture there was both a story and a lesson. The stories would change; the lesson remained the same: family is the trait that binds people together. Family is love, family is laughter, family is forever.

A culture is the beliefs of a life of a group of people, and the interactions they have with the world. Culture has been passed down from many generations and is still continuing today. Everyone has characteristics that show their background and certain culture. Culture is very important and should be taught as a valuable source in life. The importance of where you come from and the history of your ancestors is precious. Skin tone to the texture of your hair displays what type of culture you have been positioned in. Religious views to the language you speak helps people identify your culture. A person’s identity in society deals with their culture and how they interact with other individuals. The world is occupied by countless numbers of cultures, and as individuals are beliefs and customs are not always be fitting of someone else.

In looking at all of the groups I listed as being important parts of my cultural identity, I think the one aspect of internalized or deep culture seen as an undertone throughout all of them is the theme of independence. I was raised to believe that as long as what I was doing was not hurting anyone else, it was okay. I was also taught early on that I am the only one who can make me happy, and that has to happen before I will be able to help others. Because of these lessons gleamed from family members, friends, and American

My life has always been a monster cookie, a huge mess. During my childhood I always remember my mom making the cookies with oatmeal and peanut butter, sometimes even M&M’s. When I think about it, it describes the very being of my cultural identity. The peanut butter is like how we always take value in hope. It’s always stuck in our mind. The oatmeal is all about how we value our individuality. How every grain is different in shape or texture. The M&Ms are about how sometimes I do not know what I believe in but when I do it is vibrant and stands out. My cultural identity is defined by my hope, individuality, and beliefs but there is also so much more.