Philosophical Reflection on Cultural Identity Formation in the Era of Globalization

Abstract

The intermingling of cultural philosophy, society and technology humanities and globalization has an impact on how cultural identity is formed. Deepened globalization due to the integration of economies, mass communication, and digital connectivity leads a cross-cultural interaction which shifts the way cultural identities were previously formed. The purpose of this work is to assess the complex dimensions of philosophy of cultural identity such as existentialism, structuralism, and post-colonialism and how culturally people are able to integrate their traditions with modern global impacts. Globalization promotes cultural hybridization and diversity but has its adverse effects of globalization such as cultural erosion, commoditization, and authenticity loss. Identity construction is further complicated by digital technologies that enable multi layered undefended cultures, while commercial and political powers impose of impose forces on those cultures. The study observes the paradox of universalism versus a particularism with focus on the need to define balance which acknowledges the cultural identity but requires a level of adaptability. Culture and philosophy provide strategies to these issues pointing out the attention and moral responsibility social impacts globalization requires. This shift offers a fresh perspective in the discourse of identity formation. An idea which actively seeks to reinstate along with modernity the aspects of preservation assuming they would enable identity formation in a global context.