"Belonging is more than a state, it is a dynamic process which is affected by the individual's personal circumstances and the relationship he/she has with others around him/her and the larger social circumstances which determine the course of action taken by the individual". Due to the complex and philosophical nature of the concept of belonging, a universal sense of belonging can be found in unique circumstances for different people. As every individual has their own specific desires, values and needs, they can find their place in this world and gain a true sense of belonging along various avenues and paths. The pastoral play ‘As You Like It’ by William Shakespeare explores these notions of belonging and so to does ‘We are going” by Oodgeroo …show more content…
Often leaving your origin is the best method to enhance ones experience and awareness into the world of belonging. The belonging and not belonging to place is present in the use of contrast of setting, the court vs. the Forest of Arden, highlights not only the belonging to place but the contrasting idea of not belonging to a certain place. The harsh conflict Orlando has with his brother Oliver forces him to make a hard decision about the court life and wether this is where he truly belongs. Orlando’s disconnect with the court is shown with Adam’s metaphor “this house is a butchery” which encourages him to leave the heinous court behind. Orlando is finally able to gain equality and a sense of self in the Forest of Arden, much like Duke Senior. Duke Senior is similar to Adam in that he found his true sense of contentment and belonging in the Forest of Arden. He asks the audience, “Are these woods more free from peril then the envious court?” and describing himself as a “painted pomp” when he was at the court. Duke Senior talks in verse to highlight the beauty and sense of belonging present in the forest, and furthermore the lack of those same things in the court. The switch from prose to verse in this line is indicative of the significance of the forest to Duke Senior. He is contrasting the unauthentic ‘painted pomp’ of the court with the natural, genuine woods of the forest. The people of …show more content…
Rosalind journeys to the Forest of Arden but is not alone as Celia states, “I will forget the condition of my estate to rejoice in yours”. Using this metaphor Celia states to Rosalind that this friendship we have won’t be decided or affected by others decisions or choices along the way. Shakespeare uses juxtaposition from this relationship to the relationship of the brothers Orlando and Oliver. In this relationship there is a stark contrast of personality, with Oliver striving for social status and Orlando yearning for a belonging through family. Orlando complains that Oliver “treats him no better than a peasant”, their house being described as a butchery as Oliver plots to kill
A common human characteristic is the yearning to feel a sense of belonging through connections and different forms of relationships made in life. A sense of belonging or not belonging can emerge from feeling connected to people and places, whether they have been freely cast there or not. An individual will only feel a true sense of belonging through the understanding of those connections, which are created by experiences and can only come within.
Belonging is defined as the feeling of security and support when there is a sense of understanding, inclusion and identity to a member trying to fit into a certain group and place. It is a perception of acceptance.
It is a well-known fact that belonging to a group can make an individual feel not only accepted, but more powerful that if they were on their own. Whether it is a community, youth group or even religion, belonging is an everyday occurrence of like that many of us do not even realise. Belonging to a group is more influential than belonging to an individual. We can see this in the texts The Crucible by Arthur Miller, 1984 by George Orwell and the listening task. Belonging to a group can give you a feeling of acceptance, but also can help you not to be targeted or marginalised. Also, people who appear to belong to groups, when looked at closer, in truth do not belong. Belonging to a group can also give you more power as a
An individual’s sense of belonging stems from their notions of identity, personal context, and place. A lack in any of these areas may result in a thorough sense of alienation and pose as a barrier, which prevents belonging and facilitates an individual’s decision to exclude themselves from their surroundings. However, ironically, these barriers that present hardship can truly liberate an individual and help them in finding a more fulfilled state of belonging. These ideas are explored in Shakespeare’s play, As You Like It and Khaled Hosseini’s novel, The Kite Runner.
Our identity is comprised of inner qualities and outer representations of self. It consists of innumerable defining characteristics that make up the whole of who we are in any given moment. These fragments of self include our sexuality, gender, and sense of belonging to a particular culture, nation, religion, family, or some other group. Our identity includes our looks, personality, beliefs and fears. Each individual in society assigns themselves a particular role, whether it be as a mother, brother, retiree, performer, sportsman or as a part of their occupation, a doctor or lawyer. Often one’s entire sense of self is consumed by
Yes, It IS an essential human need, but…. then…. What happens when an individual doesn’t feel like they belong. What if… this same “essential” sense of belonging, the same “need” to belong, is what barricades and imprisons us? What effects can not belong have on individuals?
Good Afternoon teachers and students, The following texts express how an individuals understanding of belonging can quickly be changed by the people and place around them. “Jasper Jones a novel written by Craig Silvey”, it is a short story of a boy named Charles Butkins and the events that occurred because he helped Jasper Jones mask the death of Laura Wishart. “Australia by Ania Walwicz”, is attacking the people of Australia in the form of a poem, because of their point of views and attitudes in life. She also hates Australia itself because the people are not welcoming, this is the main point of this poem.
An individual 's sense of belonging is determined not only by their own choices but also attitudes of others.
People’s perceptions of belonging can change over time, but this isn’t the case for all. When people experience moments of crisis in their lives they sometimes force a change within themselves and that is what helps them find an individual sense of belonging. This is highlighted in many texts and even composers life works. Texts that support this statement include Peter Skrzynecki’s Immigrant Chronicle poems, of which I have chosen St Patricks College and Feliks Skrzynecki. Skrzynecki’s poetry expresses the difficulties he faces when change doesn’t occur throughout time, as time alone isn’t a factor and that your sense of belonging is something that comes from within, with or without anyone.
People have the longing to belong and to be accepted by a group or community. A sense of Belonging can emerge from the connections and acceptance we have with other people, communities and the larger world. These ideas of belonging are represented in texts which explore aspects of belonging and an individual’s potential to challenge or improve a community group. The film ‘Strictly Ballroom,’ directed by Baz Lurhman, the film ‘Looking for Alibrandi’ directed by Kate Woods and the exaggerated true story of an African American youth’s fight to belong in the song “dance with the devil” by immortal technique all represent ideas of belonging formed by life experiences.
Belonging can be defined as the process of the association with the human race as socially active characters. It is part of the human condition which represents the need for security, safety and acceptance. An aspect of belonging such as isolation can be associated with the concept of belonging, as not belonging is a reciprocal process of belonging. Belonging allows for the authentication of characters through the formation of identity and connections.
Belonging brings to our attention the potential that all individuals are affected by not only their choices but the attitudes of others. The Notion of time allows for an individual’s perception to change and in-turn, form different attitudes towards people as we see through the characters in Rainbows End by Jane Harrison and Othello by William Shakespeare. An individual’s choices and the attitude of others plays an important role in shaping the way that characters perceive their sense of belonging, in both negative and positive ways in “Rainbows End” through the Koori women, Nan Dear and Gladys and in
Belonging is as a complex process by which people develop links with others, places and things. It is focused on acceptance and developing a connection and identity
‘An individual’s interaction with others and the world around them can enrich or limit their experience of belonging.’
The sense of belonging humans naturally seek in life reflects the feeling of security and being accepted. They struggle with their identity as they make the choice whether to reject the individuality and belong to a community or group. When individuals seek to belong and rigidly follow society’s norms and practices, they must adhere to the strict rules of their society. In doing do, the desire to belong comes into conflict with the need to be an individual. These ideas are powerfully evident in Arthur Miller’s play “The Crucible”, “Catcher in the Rye” by J.D Salinger and the Gurinder Chadha film “Bend it like Beckham.” In each of these texts, most desire to belong but need to restore the balance between the need to belong and the