Understanding Identity and Self

Does the poem convey the following messages?

• The thumbprint is the symbol of uniqueness.

• The poet is proud to be the person she is.

• The poem is about being like the other people.

• The poet is able to understand who she is.

What does my signature symbolize? What is meant by I make my own interior?

What does the poet wish to do in the work?

Do you agree with the statement: 'Each one of us is an island floating on a sea called humanity.'?

Who are you? Think of five words to describe yourself best.

What do you think makes you unique?

How do your family or friends influence your idea of yourself?

Are you happy being the person you are? What would you like to change in yourself?

Compare yourself with what you used to be three years ago. Write a paragraph on changes that have taken place in you and also mention what continues to be the same.

How will you exercise self-discipline in the following situations?

• You want an ice cream but have a bad throat.

• You want to play football with your friends but the doctor has advised you a two-day rest due to a knee injury.

• There are cousins in the house but you have your assignment to finish.

• You are halfway through watching a film. It gets late and you have to go to school.