I believe the definition of “Worldview” is simply who we are and how we interact as members of a society. While these conscious behaviors and daily practices can be seen as the tip of an iceberg, what lay underneath is a fundamental reason for why those exist in the first place. Thus, in this essay, I will present the ways in which cultural identity and experiential knowledge have shaped my personal worldview. Such deep investigation will also bring insight into what extent my perception is influenced by my cultural aspects and past experience. The word “culture” can refer to a traditional dress or the food of one’s country; however, it can also refer to an individual’s roots where common values, behaviors, and beliefs are shared and passed …show more content…
However, to what extent is our human relationship affected by our cultural identity? We are highly social animals, because relationships fulfill more than our psychological needs. To be specific, we are subconsciously dependent on one another, and so there is desire to pursue a healthy relationship with members of a community. Personally, when approaching elders, I instantly become aware of my posture, body language, and diction being projected. This approach is heavily influenced by my cultural identity, as in Korea, respecting elders is a fundamental aspect of Confucianism. The root of Confucianism in South Korea derives from the Joseon dynasty, where the idea of respectful relationships (ŚLEZIAK) existed between father and son, ruler and subject and husband and wife. Therefore, prioritising family bonds and showing respect towards elders is part of my identity and an example of a shared knowledge that has been passed down for generations. Being nurtured with these conventional behaviors has conditioned me to have respect for elders as they are believed to be wiser, due to the additional years lived. Hence, these traditions and background reveals that my cultural identity has shaped my worldview of elders and the relationships I form with them to a great