Occasionally at older ages we get baptized with different names depending on the conducts we exhibit in society. I have fallen a victim of circumstance during my BSN program studies at Mbarara University of Science and Technology in Uganda for which I am referred to as a philosopher (Due to the logical reasoning), Goal oriented millennial (Due to a marked clear sense of direction) and Artistic (Due to creativity). This has marked an identity in the society I currently live in. Consequently, I got prompted to analyze what “Identity” meant and how it impacted people’s livelihoods.
It is the difference or character that marks off an individual from the rest of the same kind. It is also a degree of selfhood or knowledge of who one is. “It is theft of the self.” Estee Martin.
It is the difference or character that marks off an individual from the rest of the same kind. It is also a degree of selfhood or knowledge of who one is. “It is theft of the self.” Estee Martin.
The way we see ourselves sometimes differs from the
way others see us. This yields two types of identity which are self and societal
identity. Our conducts, wear, talks, movement, interests, visions and the
people we relate with give us an identity for we live in a world of cause and
effect.
Generally society judges and defines us basing on
what we have done and not what we wish to do. The way we treat ourselves and
others is important in making an identity. “Identity is such a crucial affair
that one shouldn’t rush into” David Quammon.
You are who you surround yourself with. It’s
therefore important for one to choose and engage in the right type of circle to
portray an intended identity.
TMN conceptual triad is my personal phenomenon of Time,
Mind, and Numbers respectively which is a fundamental requirement for all
personnel for we ought to use our minds (M) in the appropriate time (T)
frequently (N) to develop behaviors which mark our identity. This signifies
that we are fully responsible for our actions and identity. “Branding is not
merely about differentiating products, it’s about striking emotional chords
with consumers. It is about cultivating identity, attachment and trust to
inspire customer loyalty. Chinese brands score low on attributes such as
sophisticated, desirable, innovative, friendly and trust worthy” Nirmalya
Kumar. It is therefore important for organizations and individuals to precede
TMN conceptual triad when looking forward to engaging in any activity.
The mind is the master piece behind one’s identity.
It’s the processing unit for all your output to the audience. It grows with
what you feed it. Expose yourself to meaningful things and it shall process
meaningful outputs hence expressing a meaningful identity.
The way we present before others tells much about
who we are. Your philosophy either transcends you over the ordinary limit or
descends you far below the average.
People often behave in line with the way they think.
Intangible values such as honesty, trust and faithfulness far weigh much than
we can imagine. It’s therefore fundamental for everyone to build a desirable
identity for it’s never too late to develop one.
Kenneth Mulungu
Mulkent90@gmail.com
