Since I have been subconsciously obeying the codes of gender, my interactions with others have gone as expected within the context of the media. As above stated, men are known to give direct eye contact whilst I tend to daydream and thus have a dazed look in my eyes or have my head down as I walk (i.e. my head is canted). This, with respect to Goffman’s code of gender, allows them to perceive me as out of touch with my surroundings and seeking to withdraw from them. As discussed above, there is a male-female relationship of subordination depicted in the media. A male often folds his arms in advertisements which serve to illustrate intimidation and strength; however, when I hold my arm, through the analysis of Goffman it can be interpreted by others as an attempt at protecting myself as if my body is fragile and needs to be supported. Alternatively, holding my arm can also be seen as trying to hide as analogous to a girl that peers from behind
Since I have been subconsciously obeying the codes of gender, my interactions with others have gone as expected within the context of the media. As above stated, men are known to give direct eye contact whilst I tend to daydream and thus have a dazed look in my eyes or have my head down as I walk (i.e. my head is canted). This, with respect to Goffman’s code of gender, allows them to perceive me as out of touch with my surroundings and seeking to withdraw from them. As discussed above, there is a male-female relationship of subordination depicted in the media. A male often folds his arms in advertisements which serve to illustrate intimidation and strength; however, when I hold my arm, through the analysis of Goffman it can be interpreted by others as an attempt at protecting myself as if my body is fragile and needs to be supported. Alternatively, holding my arm can also be seen as trying to hide as analogous to a girl that peers from behind