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1-Culture and family have shaped me a lot by teaching me my values and how I treat people. Growing up, I learned things like respect, hard work, and how important it is to support the people around me. Family also influences how I handle situations and the way I communicate with others. A lot of what I do naturally comes from what I’ve seen and learned at home.
At the same time, self-representation is how I choose to show myself to the world. That’s my personality, my style, and how I act in different situations. Even though my background gives me a foundation, I still decide how I want people to see me. I can be more outgoing in some situations or more reserved in others, depending on what feels right. For me, it’s a balance between the two. My culture and family shaped my base, but self-representation lets me be my own person and express who I am in my own way.
### 2- [**Week 12**](https://mnsu.learn.minnstate.edu/d2l/le/7379319/discussions/threads/61612406/View)
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Kobe Jenkins posted Apr 3, 2026 12:41 PM
Power, voice, and social influence matter because they shape how people are heard and what changes actually happen. People with more power or influence usually have more control over decisions, but that doesn’t mean their ideas are always the best. Voice is important because it gives people the chance to share their opinions and be part of decisions that affect them. If people don’t have a voice, important perspectives can get ignored.
Social influence also plays a big role in how people act and what they believe. Sometimes people follow others just because they see them as leaders or because they have a strong presence. This can be a good thing when it’s used to motivate and bring people together, but it can also be negative if it’s used in the wrong way. For me, I think it matters because everyone should have the chance to be heard, not just people with power. When different voices are included, decisions are usually better and more balanced.
### 3- [**Week 14**](https://mnsu.learn.minnstate.edu/d2l/le/7379319/discussions/threads/61588844/View)
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Linya Gedeon posted Apr 1, 2026 9:15 AM
The value of marriage in today's world is debated all the time, and different people have different ideas about it. A lot of people still put a lot of value on marriage as a cultural, social, and personal structure that helps people build families, be committed to each other, and work toward the same life goals. It can give you a feeling of security, a partnership, and legal and financial advantages.
But society has changed over time, and now people are more open to different types of relationships. Outside of standard marriage, a lot of people find happiness and build strong, helpful families. That's why the choice of whether marriage "matters" is very personal. For those who decide to do it, it can be a truly meaningful commitment and an important part of their daily life. Others may find that different kinds of partnerships or being on their own are better for their ideals and life situations. Its importance really relies on what each person believes, their culture, and their own goals.
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1-Culture and family have shaped me a lot by teaching me my values and how I treat people. Growing up, I learned things like respect, hard work, and how important it is to support the people around me. Family also influences how I handle situations and the way I communicate with others. A lot of what I do naturally comes from what I’ve seen and learned at home.
At the same time, self-representation is how I choose to show myself to the world. That’s my personality, my style, and how I act in different situations. Even though my background gives me a foundation, I still decide how I want people to see me. I can be more outgoing in some situations or more reserved in others, depending on what feels right. For me, it’s a balance between the two. My culture and family shaped my base, but self-representation lets me be my own person and express who I am in my own way.
### 2- [**Week 12**](https://mnsu.learn.minnstate.edu/d2l/le/7379319/discussions/threads/61612406/View)
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Kobe Jenkins posted Apr 3, 2026 12:41 PM
Power, voice, and social influence matter because they shape how people are heard and what changes actually happen. People with more power or influence usually have more control over decisions, but that doesn’t mean their ideas are always the best. Voice is important because it gives people the chance to share their opinions and be part of decisions that affect them. If people don’t have a voice, important perspectives can get ignored.
Social influence also plays a big role in how people act and what they believe. Sometimes people follow others just because they see them as leaders or because they have a strong presence. This can be a good thing when it’s used to motivate and bring people together, but it can also be negative if it’s used in the wrong way. For me, I think it matters because everyone should have the chance to be heard, not just people with power. When different voices are included, decisions are usually better and more balanced.
### 3- [**Week 14**](https://mnsu.learn.minnstate.edu/d2l/le/7379319/discussions/threads/61588844/View)
Contains unread posts
Linya Gedeon posted Apr 1, 2026 9:15 AM
The value of marriage in today's world is debated all the time, and different people have different ideas about it. A lot of people still put a lot of value on marriage as a cultural, social, and personal structure that helps people build families, be committed to each other, and work toward the same life goals. It can give you a feeling of security, a partnership, and legal and financial advantages.
But society has changed over time, and now people are more open to different types of relationships. Outside of standard marriage, a lot of people find happiness and build strong, helpful families. That's why the choice of whether marriage "matters" is very personal. For those who decide to do it, it can be a truly meaningful commitment and an important part of their daily life. Others may find that different kinds of partnerships or being on their own are better for their ideals and life situations. Its importance really relies on what each person believes, their culture, and their own goals.
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