“Never judge a book by it’s cover”, this is a common and universally known adage. Furthermore, it simply means, individuals should not prejudge and draw conclusions based on superficial characteristics. However, in most of society, stereotyping and prejudging are the methods we utilize in determining a person's identity. For example, developing preconceptions about an individual from the way they speak, appear, act, or any other physical trait is indeed stereotyping. Additionally, the reason stereotyping is so popular is due to the fact that it is convenient to draw conclusions about individuals or groups of people based off characteristics that might correlate with images and conclusions that fit those characteristics. Also, taking the time
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Not to mention, developing misconceptions and prejudging might lead to discrimination of the individual or group. Furthermore, I believe stereotyping limits individuality and different perspectives on the world, which is unhealthy for an ever progressing society, not to mention there are multiple exceptions to stereotypes. Like most members of society, I too have been a victim of false stereotyping which affected how I interacted with the world. For instance, my ethnicity is Punjabi American, and one of the most frequent stereotypes I hear is that all Punjabis are affluent farmers or businessmen. I agree that there are definitely a significant amount of Punjabi Americans who are wealthy. However, I completely differ from this stereotype, due to the fact, I come from a financially unstable home. Additionally, when I first reveal my ethnicity, my peers usually react enviously and apprehensively, because they truly presume I am financially fortunate. However, in reality, I come from humble beginnings and because of that, my character and personality is modest and respectful, making me an exception to the stereotype. And my initial …show more content…
For instance, the second most common stereotype targeted towards me is, being a male and wearing glasses translates as I am probably not athletic or well coordinated. It is true multiple individuals that wear prescription lenses shy away from any physical activity, because it may not be their strong suit. However in my case. I was a varsity sprinter for my high school track and field team. Not to mention, I played basketball for a majority of my life and am pretty proficient at the sport. Furthermore, this highlights the fact I am an exception to this stereotype. Also, my usual response to this stereotype is understandable because, I am aware society does not yet know the real me and appearances can be deceiving. Still, what is the rationale behind this stereotype of spectacles connecting to frailty? Personally, I believe the media plays an enormous role in influencing this stereotype on to the general public. For example, movies, TV shows, and advertisement on various media outlets portray males with glasses as; weak, scrawny, unathletic, antisocial, and even abnormal. Additionally, I concur that society views males with glasses as not the ideal man. For instance, in the essay From Girls’ Bodies, Girls’ Selves: Body Image, Identity, and Sexuality, the author Elline Lipkin, focuses on society's ever evolving standards and ideals on how females should behave, act, or look.
Not to mention, developing misconceptions and prejudging might lead to discrimination of the individual or group. Furthermore, I believe stereotyping limits individuality and different perspectives on the world, which is unhealthy for an ever progressing society, not to mention there are multiple exceptions to stereotypes. Like most members of society, I too have been a victim of false stereotyping which affected how I interacted with the world. For instance, my ethnicity is Punjabi American, and one of the most frequent stereotypes I hear is that all Punjabis are affluent farmers or businessmen. I agree that there are definitely a significant amount of Punjabi Americans who are wealthy. However, I completely differ from this stereotype, due to the fact, I come from a financially unstable home. Additionally, when I first reveal my ethnicity, my peers usually react enviously and apprehensively, because they truly presume I am financially fortunate. However, in reality, I come from humble beginnings and because of that, my character and personality is modest and respectful, making me an exception to the stereotype. And my initial …show more content…
For instance, the second most common stereotype targeted towards me is, being a male and wearing glasses translates as I am probably not athletic or well coordinated. It is true multiple individuals that wear prescription lenses shy away from any physical activity, because it may not be their strong suit. However in my case. I was a varsity sprinter for my high school track and field team. Not to mention, I played basketball for a majority of my life and am pretty proficient at the sport. Furthermore, this highlights the fact I am an exception to this stereotype. Also, my usual response to this stereotype is understandable because, I am aware society does not yet know the real me and appearances can be deceiving. Still, what is the rationale behind this stereotype of spectacles connecting to frailty? Personally, I believe the media plays an enormous role in influencing this stereotype on to the general public. For example, movies, TV shows, and advertisement on various media outlets portray males with glasses as; weak, scrawny, unathletic, antisocial, and even abnormal. Additionally, I concur that society views males with glasses as not the ideal man. For instance, in the essay From Girls’ Bodies, Girls’ Selves: Body Image, Identity, and Sexuality, the author Elline Lipkin, focuses on society's ever evolving standards and ideals on how females should behave, act, or look.