Definition of subjectivity and identity in social interaction

Subjectivity and identity are fundamental concepts for understanding how individuals experience and relate to the social world.

They are not fixed or predetermined entities, but dynamic constructions that emerge and transform through social interaction and the influence of the cultural context.

Conceptualization of Subjectivity

Subjectivity refers to the quality of being a subject, that is, to the internal, unique and personal experience that each individual has of the world.

It includes the thoughts, feelings, perceptions, beliefs, values and meanings that a person attributes to their experiences.

It is the "inner world" that shapes how we interpret external reality and how we position ourselves in relation to it.

Subjectivity is not a passive reflection of objective reality, but an active construction in which the individual interprets and makes sense of their environment based on their own perspective and previous experiences.

Identity as Social Construction

Identity, closely linked to subjectivity, is the sense of who we are. It includes both personal identity (characteristics that make us unique) and social identity (membership in social groups and categories).

From a psychosocial perspective, identity is not considered something innate or fixed, but a continuous process of construction that occurs in interaction with others.

Through our social relationships, we internalize roles, norms, and values that contribute to forming our sense of self.

The labels and social categories that are assigned to us or to which we subscribe also shape our identity.