identity?

One day back in Bombay, some of my friends got some awesome hair styles. They all seem very excited about it and they flaunted their hair everywhere they went. The one thing I noticed after their change in hair style is that they started appreciating themselves more. They seemed so confident. It was almost like they were new people all together. It seemed as though their new hair cuts gave them a new identity. So I asked myself do make overs change the person’s identity? Is the body the only significant part of one’s identity?

I do agree that our body is a factor that defines us, but it is not the only factor. I believe that each individual has this essence (consciousness) or inner belief that makes them who they are. In other words our mind and soul is the other factor that defines us. For example, two twins might look exactly alike. Does that mean they are the same person? What makes them different? Their thoughts and beliefs make them different. Each one of them have an individual essence. Like, if you ask them what their opinions on a certain issue are, they might have completely different views. And it is this difference in perspective that makes each of them unique. Our body just enhances our identity. It makes us a complete person. it gives our thoughts and beliefs an outer structure.

well, these are my views on identity. haircuts and make overs just makes you feel good about yourself and hence you think you are completely new person. ..so much for now!