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What does it mean?
Two people worry about losing their identities.
In plain terms
We don't want to forget who we are.
What can you take from it?
Keep track of your identity.

Where it applies

  • group work
  • conflict

Putting it to work

  • maintaining identity

Questions to consider

  • Who are you?
  • What defines identity?

Another view

Confusion can be temporary.

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