What’s your identity? You’re allowed only 5 characteristics
It’s an interesting mental exercise — to describe your identity. Stating the obvious, our sense of identity has very powerful implications for many areas of our lives. It influences how we behave, how we present ourselves, our mental health, our habits, goals in life, and aspirations. It can also put our lives on a slippery slope. For example, if some integral part of our identity — maybe the company we work for, or some relationship — breaks apart, it can be really painful; it can feel that the foundation on which we stand, the ground beneath our feet…