Exploring the question of how family shapes our values and beliefs is interesting and crucial for me to investigate this semester. Family holds immense importance in my life, serving as the steppingstone of my upbringing and identity formation. I have noticed that I often replicate the traditions and values practiced by my family, recognizing their significant influence on my perspectives and actions and the way I view things. Investigating this link between family dynamics and personal beliefs will not only deepen my understanding of myself but also shed light on broader societal dynamics. By researching further into this inquiry, I aim to investigate the intricacies of familial influence, finding out how familial experiences contribute to the shaping of individual values and beliefs. This exploration holds the potential to inform not only my personal growth but also create a greater appreciation for the diverse perspectives and backgrounds within our society.
Hi Jolie,
I’m really curious to see where your research leads you to answering this question. Family plays such a large role our development and growth, and often are the reason for our core values and beliefs, however I’ve personally never thought about link between family dynamics and beliefs and I’m now intrigued and look forward to seeing how you answer this question. Good luck with your research.
Here is some resources you could take a look at to help answer your question.
https://cof.org/content/effects-family-culture-family-foundations#:~:text=Both%20in%20direct%20and%20subtle,traditions%20of%20their%20family%20culture.
https://www.lovetopivot.com/how-family-affect-values-share-create-different-legacy-relationship-workshop/#:~:text=Your%20family%20can%20mold%20your,you%20grow%20up%20to%20be.
Hi Jolie,
This looks like a very interesting topic. Our families are our biggest influence whether we realize it or not and I think it’s super interesting that you’re researching more on this topic. I think your blog is going well but for your next one I would encourage you to go more into how different cultures, or different parts of the world generally have different values. I know that although my family is unique, they still have most of their influence from their home city of Bogota, Colombia. For example, I find that Latin Americans are very close and friendly, we greet each other with hugs and kisses on the cheeks, whereas in Canada there is a more distant culture. This is probably as Latin Americans have a collectivist culture whereas Canadian have an individualist culture.
Here’s a few links that could help you learn more about that:
https://cultureplusconsulting.com/2015/06/23/nine-cultural-value-differences-you-need-to-know/
https://cioviews.com/cultural-values-are-what-make-diverse-cultures-unique/
https://helpfulprofessor.com/cultural-values-examples/
Overall, you’re doing great. Keep up the good work! -Laura
Hi Jolie,
This is a very interesting topic. People and family that surround us have an effect on how we turn out as a human being. The link between us and our family is very important, and I feel like traditions and customs are a way for people in your family/culture to connect and bond over. My question for you is how might a troubled family affect the bond that the parents might have with their kid, and how might it affect their mental health.
Here are a few recourses I hope you find helpful in your research:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9678477/#:~:text=While%20family%20and%20social%20stress%20increase%20the%20chances,peer%20pressure%2C%20and%20social%20an
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/254888924_Relationships_between_Child_Behavior_Problems_and_Family_Functioning_A_Literature_Review
https://domental.com/blog/common-parent-child-relationship-problems-and-how-to-solve-them
Goodluck!
Sarang
Hello Jolie,
I genuinely enjoyed reading your very in-depth post about this complex topic. Understanding the direct effect of family life on personal values and ingrained morals is incredibly important in understanding the psychology of humans. I specifically enjoyed your connection to family life and how it shaped your values and still does to this day. I would love to see you touch on the testimonies of others who perhaps came from broken homes. How would they regard having their values instilled from people they would rather not associate with? Or to dive even deeper, how did the adolescent brain develop to mimic the values and morals of their parents? Nevertheless, this is a fantastic topic with lots of future potential for expansion!
Below I have listed a few helpful resources:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2475802/
https://www.apa.org/monitor/2022/07/feature-neuroscience-teen-brain
https://pressbooks.nscc.ca/lumenlife/chapter/cognitive-development-in-adolescence/
-Ava
Thank you for your post, Jolie. I relate to your experiences as I too often notice that the way I act and think mirrors my family’s values and beliefs. I wonder if this is explained because we spend the majority of our time as children, who are easily influenced by things around them, with our family. Would we act and think differently if we, as children, didn’t spend much time with our family or were surrounded by family members with differing values?
Here are some sources to further your research:
https://www.all4kids.org/news/blog/the-role-of-family-in-child-development/#:~:text=A%20child's%20learning%20and%20socialization,and%20intellectually%20during%20this%20time.
https://www.nih.gov/news-events/news-releases/family-characteristics-have-more-influence-child-development-does-experience-child-care
Good luck with your future posts!!
-Sarah
Hey Jolie!
Your passion for your family is so inspiring! Your blog post is very intricately connected to important aspects of your life such as identity and I love how you are able to share that here. I agree that understanding the importance of family dynamics and its link to one’s upbringing can shape their beliefs and influence your life. The last sentence of your inquiring is what caught my eye as I thought it linked the entire concept of your project very nicely. This research will definitely help people reflect on their now family dynamics and look on how fare they have come. I can’t wait to see further progress in your inquiry! Good luck.
Hi jolie
I saw your inquiry and was right away intrigued.
After reading deeper i fully agree with you as family hold an immense amount of importance and influence in my life! I think it will be really interesting and eye opening to research the effects of familial experiences not only impacting someone’s upbringing and beliefs but also their morals and values they hold!
I really love how in the end to you tied this back to you and your own personal growth as well!! I really look forward to seeing where this inquiry brings you and i cant wait to follow along!!
– marisa 😊
Hey Jolie I really liked your exploration into the role of family in shaping our values and beliefs as it really resonates with me. It’s clear how deeply connected you are to your family and how it has influenced your identity. I admire your introspection into how your upbringing has impacted your beliefs and actions, as well as your desire to understand this connection further. Your project is pretty insightful, and I’m excited to see how it evolves. Keep up the great work!