People may have issues within their various relationships. These often stem from a compromised sense…
Everyone has multiple identities. As an individual, we might identify as a mechanic or as a parent, a spouse, a sports fan, a gardener and so on.
On top of that, we have more complicated group identities where our perception of ourselves is challenged. For example, you might not be the gardener you first thought. Or, the company where you work suddenly promotes a rival to be Head of Department.
As our identities make up who we are, a threat to it can shake our foundations. Not fitting into a valued group, being rejected by our friends or finding out that our abilities do not lie in the direction we hoped, can lead to feelings of self-doubt, depression and loss.
In therapy, people can work through identity issues. Redefining their personality, goals and even friendships can steer them towards a more positive state of mind and offer a future to work towards.
