Internal Borders: Identity and Ethics

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Abstract

Work in analytical philosophy and social psychology questions the ontological status of the person and a growing body of research in psychology indicates that the notion of consistent and unitary selves is illusory. Our identities are composed of multiple, and often conflicting self-identifications, based primarily on affiliations and roles. Identity construction is the result of a dialectical process. To build a confident sense of self, we must draw closer to those from whom we are separating. Recognition of this social truth, and of the fragmented nature of identities, could provide intellectual and emotional grounds for transcending many of the "us" and "other" distinctions that stand in the way of implementing any ethical commitments on a more universal basis.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)299-318
Number of pages20
JournalGLOBAL SOCIETY
Volume27
Issue number3
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2013

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