Holden's relationships “Nothing of me is original. I am the combined effort of everyone I've ever known” Chuck Palahniuk. This relates to Holden since he is a direct product of unhealthy relationships. Identity is shaped through the strengths and weaknesses of relationships. This is true for Holden in the story Catcher in the Rye by J.D Salinger. Holden's relationships have had the most significant impact on his identity, especially his relationship with Phoebe and Allie. Holden's relationships have the most significant impact on his identity, especially his relationship with Phoebe and Allie in the story Catcher In The Rye by J.D Salinger. Holden's most impactful relationship was with Allie because he was the only person he opened up to.
