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Stage 1: Infancy
Trust vs. Mistrust - In this stage, infants develop a sense of basic trust if their needs are consistently and dependably met. -
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Stage 2: Toddlerhood
Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt - Toddlers begin to exercise independence and the ability to do things by themselves. If this does not occur, toddlers doubt their abilities. -
My First Steps
Walking for the first time influenced my identity because it allowed me to explore my environment in a new way. I became able to use my hands while moving, instead of just crawling on my hands and knees. Being able to walk will continue to shape my identity because it allows me to move from one place to another, participate in activities, and accomplish tasks. -
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Stage 3: Preschooler
Initiative vs. Guilt - Preschoolers learn to take initiative and execute plans. Otherwise, preschoolers feel guilty about their attempt to be independent. -
My First Day of Preschool
Preschool shaped my identity because it allowed me to learn how to interact with other children. I began to develop independence and learned to initiate tasks. The things I learned in preschool continue to shape my identity today because they allow me to properly conduct myself around others, and I have successfully learned how to take initiative and carry out tasks. -
My First Day of Kindergarten
Kindergarten helped to shape my identity because it was my transition into elementary school. In kindgergarten, I learned new things, and the tasks I had to complete allowed me to feel competent. The things I learned in kindergarten continue to shape my identity today because I learned what it was like to apply myself to tasks and exert effort in order to complete them. This is important to my life today because focus and effort are required for me to complete my tasks and assignments. -
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Stage 4: Elementary School
Competence vs. Inferiority - Children apply themselves to tasks, or they feel inferior. -
Playing the Piano for the First Time
Playing the piano has helped to shape my identity because it allows me to express myself and enrich my knowledge. Playing an instrument has also been shown to improve cognitive function. Playing the piano will continue to shape my identity because it allows me to use many different areas of my brain, entertain others with the gift of music, and express my emotions through music. -
First Role in a Play
Being in my first role in third grade shaped my identity because it allowed me to break out of my shell and perform for an audience. This experience helped to foster my love of theatre, and it allowed me to gain more confidence. Acting continues to shape my identity today because it allows me to creatively express myself, interact with other people, and learn the value of hard work and dedication. -
Winning the National InvestWrite Competition
Winning the National InvestWrite Competition in fifth grade helped to shape my identity because it challenged me to think about my future and how I could save enough money to go to college. This event continues to influence my identity today because it taught me proper research, writing, and investing techniques and it challenged me to think critically and abstractly in order to devise a plan for my future. -
Last Day of Elementary School
My last day of elementary school helped to shape my identity because it represented my transition to middle school. Elementary school taught me countless things about life and how to interact with others, and I learned many basic concepts that I would later build on in middle and high school. My experience in elementary school continues to shape my identity today because it gave me a solid foundation to continue to learn new things and pursue the interests I found. -
Confirmation
My confirmation helped to shape my identity because it was day in which I became a member of my church and committed myself to Christ. My confirmation continues to shape my identity because it influences my views on life and how I conduct myself. -
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Stage 5: Adolescense
Identity vs. Role Confusion - In this stage, adolescents develop a sense of self by testing different "selves" in different environments, or they become confused about who they are. -
First Day of High School
My first day of high school helped to shape my identity because it was a big transition in my life. I became very involved with extracurricular activities freshman year of high school and I was continuously challenged with the classes I was taking. High school continues to shape my identity today because it is influencing my work habits, interests, and values. As I continue high school, I am becoming a more productive, responsible, and organized individual. -
Hairspray!
Hairspray helped to shape my identity because it was my first high school theatre production. The nerve-racking audition process, intense rehearsal schedule, and rewarding performances all helped me to develop as a person. I gained immense self-confidence during this show and learned all about the devotion and commitment it takes to excecute a production. This experience continues to shape my identity because the things I learned help me to improve and perform better in other shows. -
Solo & Ensemble Festival
Solo and ensemble festival helped to shape my identity because it taught me about competition, dedication, and cooperation. With my individual events (piano and vocal solos), I learned about dedication and courage. In my vocal octet, I learned about the downfalls and benefits of working in a group. This experience continues to shape my identity today because it helped me grow as a vocalist and pianist and taught me countless things about challenging myself and cooperating with others. -
Getting My Permit
Getting my driving permit helped to shape my identity because it gave me the freedom to begin driving myself around. Learning to drive gives me a sense of freedom and independence, and it is a big step in adolescence. Getting my permit will continue to shape my identity because it will allow me to work to get my license, which will require me to be very responsible and attentive on the roads. -
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Stage 6: Young Adulthood
Intimacy vs. Isolation - Youngs adults begin to form close relationships and gain the capacity for intimate love. They feel socailly isolated if this does not occur. -
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Stage 7: Middle Adulthood
Generativity vs. Stagnation: In this stage, people feel a sense of contributing to the world, or they may feel a lack of purpose. -
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Stage 8: Late Adulthood
Integrity vs. Despair - In this stage, a person reflects on his or her life and may either feel a sense of satisfaction or failure.
