Taylor argues that our identity is primarily shaped by our interactions with others in society.

Socialization is the process by which we learn the values, norms, and behaviors that are acceptable in our society.

Impression management is the process by which we try to control the image that others have of us.

Social comparison is the process by which we compare ourselves to others and evaluate our own worth.

Durkheim argued that religion serves to bind society together by providing a shared set of beliefs and values.

Social exclusion is the process by which individuals are excluded from participating fully in society.

Cultural assimilation is the process by which individuals or groups are forced to conform to the norms and values of the dominant culture.

Cultural resistance is the process by which individuals or groups resist or challenge the norms and values of the dominant culture.

Cultural creation is the process by which individuals or groups create their own unique culture and identity.

Cultural diffusion is the process by which individuals or groups share their culture with others.

Cultural learning is the process by which individuals or groups learn about and adopt the culture of another group.

Cultural change is the process by which individuals or groups change their culture over time.

Cultural understanding is the process by which individuals or groups come to understand and appreciate the culture of another group.

Cultural respect is the process by which individuals or groups come to respect and value the culture of another group.

Cultural celebration is the process by which individuals or groups come to celebrate and enjoy the culture of another group.