One small, but interesting part of
chapter two caught my attention. On page 38 the text talks about
Erikson's diverse studies and locations that he lived in. The text
states that he was famed for his study of Gandhi in which he
attributed Gandhi's ability to lead the Indian Revolution to be
directly linked to his experience of other cultures. Likewise
Erikson's diverse background and studies were considered to be of
significance. This caught my attention because I think it are great
example or aide to the articulation of why experiencing different
cultures is important. Colleges emphasis and support semesters
abroad, trips and travel. Many people, including myself, can
attribute a large part of their development to travel. However, it is
often hard to articulate what exactly about living in a different
culture is so powerful or beneficial. Erikson's studies as described
by the text brought to my attention the idea of a psychosocial self
and the benefits of being exposed to cultures which have different
norms or elements that can be crafting to your identity. Well, these
benefits are well known, this was the first time I'd ever seen
mention of such benefits is any scientific or academic study.
Discovering information such as the above is one of my favorite
aspects of taking different classes and I am looking forward to
learning more this semester.
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