Identity, Authenticity - Do they conflict?

[little man]

Originally Posted by dykeumentary

I think the most interesting aspect of this thread is the question: is the whole greater than the sum of it's parts? If identities are stars in a vast sky what can be gained by seeing the whole universe as a wondrous collection, versus focusing on a few stars? I prefer to ponder the OP as not about clinging to indentities, but rather transcending them. Thoughts?

how does one go about transcending the pieces of themself that make them who they are? and to what end?

[dykeumentary]

Originally Posted by little man

how does one go about transcending the pieces of themself that make them who they are? and to what end?

I think thats the question everyone would have to answer for themselves, and that's the beautiful thing about asking it.

So since that sentence sounded a little "Yoda" even to me, I guess I should also say that I am trying to figure out how to use my experience, my family background and my blessings as an artist, in the service of humanity and truth.