◆ DAY 1 - Self vs. Society: How Do I See Myself?
Focus: What is identity, and how is it shaped?
Materials:
. Poem: Mirror by Sylvia Plath
. Personal identity chart (categories: physical traits, clothes, interests,
family/friends, experiences, background)
• Writing paper or journal
Instructions:
1. Warm-Up (10 min): Write 4-6 sentences answering: "How do I see myself? How
do others see me?"
2. Read "Mirror" by Sylvia Plath (20 min): Read the full poem and annotate for:
P
How the mirror describes itself
What it shows about the woman's identity
I
Answer (1)
Identity encompasses how we see ourselves and how we are seen by others, influenced by various factors like society and personal traits. Sylvia Plath's "Mirror" illustrates the struggle with self-image and how perceptions can shape identity. Engaging with the poem allows for deeper reflection on personal experiences of identity. ;
