Sociology: Culture and Personality Development Report - Analysis

This report delves into the intricate relationship between culture and personality development. It begins by introducing the concept of culture and its influence on individuals. The report highlights how cultural norms, values, and practices shape an individual's behavior and beliefs. A key aspect discussed is the impact of cultural restrictions, specifically the example of dietary restrictions and their influence on personal choices. The report analyzes the author's personal experience, illustrating how exposure to different cultural environments and critical thinking can lead to changes in behavior and perspective. The conclusion emphasizes the significant role of culture in shaping personality, while also acknowledging that individuals can adapt and evolve their perspectives based on experiences and rational thought. The report cites relevant academic sources to support its arguments, providing a comprehensive overview of the subject.

Running head: CULTURE
Culture
Name of the Student
Name of the University
Author Note

CULTURE
Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................................2
Discussion......................................................................................................................2
Conclusion......................................................................................................................2
References:.....................................................................................................................3

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Introduction
The purpose of this paper is to understand this aspect of culture and the elements
which are attached to it. In addition to this, the change in my personality as a result of
the culture of my society, has been stated in the paper. Culture imparts individuality to
the people of the community (Cotterrell, 2017).
Discussion
My culture has played a preponderant role on the development of my personality.
Since childhood I have been taught the various dictates and tenants of my culture and
it has provided me with a way of life. However, one aspect of my culture which
greatly affected me was the restriction of food. I could not consume beef since it was
not accepted by my religious faith.
I decided to disassociate myself from this element of culture when I went abroad
fro my higher studies. There was no logical basis to this restriction and hence, I
decided to rationalize my thought process and under take the decisions based on
rationality and critical thinking (Hodkinson, 2016). This helped me to grow as an
individual.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it can be observed that the culture of an individual guides the
development of their personality. However, there are instances when one element of
such culture may have an adverse impact on the society.

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References:
Cotterrell, R. (2017). Law, culture and society: Legal ideas in the mirror of social
theory. Routledge.
Hodkinson, P. (2016). Media, culture and society: An introduction. Sage.