Between me and we: identity through cultural psychology. Episode 96 explores how cultural psychology shapes identity between me and we. Justine Gonzalez shares insights from Benedict & Kitayama with practical tools for self-discovery.

🎙️ Episode 96: Between Me and We—What Cultural Psychology Teaches Us About Identity

Who am I? Who are we? Cultural psychology reminds us these questions are never simple. In this reflective reset, Justine Gonzalez explores insights from Ruth Benedict and Shinobu Kitayama, showing how identity is shaped by cultural patterns, balanced between independence and interdependence, and continually re-written as we navigate life.

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✨ Reflection Questions (from Episode 96 concepts)

1. Cultural Patterns:
   Which values from my upbringing continue to shape my identity today? Which of those align or conflict with the culture I work in?

2. Independence vs. Interdependence:
   In my current role, when do I lean toward independence? When do I lean toward interdependence? How do these choices affect my sense of authenticity and belonging?

3. Identity as Navigation:
   What conscious choices can I make to navigate between “me” and “we” in this season of my life?

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Justine Gonzalez is an American-born Puerto Rican and Swiss educator, writer, and speaker who supports corporations, K12 school districts, and nonprofits through her consulting firm, Educator Aide®. She has served as a teacher, instructional coach, and district-level administrator. Today, she writes, speaks, and hosts the Love Learning You™ podcast, streaming in 45+ countries and featuring global voices each month.

She is also the creator of:
🔑 The Continuum for Leading Cultural Conversations framework
🔑 The K12 Teacher’s Introspective Practices Guide
🔑 The Leading Schools to Extraordinary framework
🔑 A suite of research-based surveys for intentional employee engagement

✨ Tune in for a conversation that blends cultural wisdom, self-discovery, and practical strategies for living between me and we.

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