Cultural Identity In the case of Justine, cultural / religious beliefs could stand in the way of saving Justine's life. But if her grandmother insists that cultural beliefs (cutting the skin to open a place for surgery of the heart will ruin her life when reincarnation happens) prevent the possibility of closing the hole in her heart, and the mother of Justine agrees, healthcare professionals have no choice but to postpone

Therefore, the selection of historiographies used to create school curricula and to inform pedagogy should be carefully selected and from as many perspectives as possible. Cultural identity does not have to be created in opposition to others. Too often, cultural identity is based on boundaries and borders rather than on commonalities. Relying on singular interpretations of potentially biased historians is particularly problematic when issues of power and social control are

Even with the fact that he feels that he would honor his father by taking on an attitude that would make it possible for him to discover that his Bengali background plays an essential role in shaping his character, Gogol simply discovers that he is a more complex individual and that it would be impossible for him to only identify with one geographical location. Anzia Yezierska's story "Children of Loneliness"

S. without fluent English language skills. I have always felt that my upbringing allowed me the maximum possible benefit of American society without detracting from my ability to appreciate my culture of origin. In that regard, I have always felt very confident in public and in my interpersonal relationships; I have never felt like an immigrant or a foreign national and part of my personal identity definitely includes "American" components that

Cultural Identity: Exploring the Diversity Within Cultural identity is a complex and multifaceted aspect of human existence that encompasses the beliefs, traditions, values, customs, and practices that shape individuals and communities. It is rooted in shared experiences, history, language, religion, and heritage, shaping our sense of self and belonging in the world. Our cultural identity influences how we perceive ourselves and others, our behavior, interactions, and relationships, as well as our

Introduction Cultural Identity Cultural identity is a complex and multifaceted concept that encompasses an individual's sense of belonging to a particular culture or group. It is shaped by a wide range of factors, including language, religion, customs, values, beliefs, and traditions. Cultural identity provides individuals with a sense of continuity and stability, and it can influence their behavior, attitudes, and aspirations. The study of cultural identity has become increasingly