Is Identity Born or Made?: Lessons From Lisa Marie Presley
Briefly

Lisa Marie Presley reflects on her struggle for authenticity as her father's heir, highlighting how identity can be dictated by both heritage and personal choices.
Identity signals to the world who you are and what you stand for, and while some aspects are fixed, other dimensions are crafted through conscious decisions.
Labels, titles, or character descriptions from others contribute to a weight of expectation and fear of disappointment, making it hard to break free from these imposed identities.
Lisa Marie's experiences illustrate how losing parents young can lead to distorted self-perceptions, shaped by false memories and a heavy legacy to uphold.
Read at Psychology Today
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