Identity Crisis- Why Defining Yourself by Your Career Is a Problem Flashcards
Identity politics
noun
A focus on group identity based on shared characteristics like race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation
* Critics argue that identity politics can sometimes divide people instead of uniting them around shared goals.
* Discussions about identity politics often become polarizing in academic and political circles.
Shy away
(from something)
phrasal verb
To avoid or hesitate to engage in something
* He tends to shy away from confrontation, preferring to keep the peace.
* The company shied away from making any public statement about the controversy.
A stripped down version
(of something)
phrase
A simplified version of something with unnecessary elements removed
* The app is great in its stripped-down version, focusing only on the core features.
* The company released a stripped-down version of the software to save on costs.
A cardboard cutout
idiom
Someone / something that lacks depth, personality, or authenticity, appearing one-dimensional
* His leadership style felt like a cardboard cutout of what a manager should be.
* The CEO’s vision seemed like a cardboard cutout of standard business speak.
Contemplation /
Contemplate
noun - verb
Deep, focused thought or reflection
* After much contemplation, she decided to move forward with the project.
* Before making a decision, she took time to contemplate all the possible outcomes.
Monastery
noun
A place where monks or nuns live
* He decided to visit the monastery to find peace and reflect on his life.
* The monks at the monastery follow a strict daily routine of prayer and meditation.
Adorned
adjective
Something is decorated or made more beautiful by adding something else
* Her hair was adorned with fresh flowers for the special occasion.
* The festival streets were adorned with colorful lights and banners.
Corpse
noun
A dead body / something lifeless, ineffective, or no longer functional
* His proposal was a corpse before it even reached the boardroom—no one wanted to back it.
* The once-thriving business is now just a financial corpse after years of mismanagement.
Morbid
adjective
Something dark, depressing, or disturbing, often related to death
* The movie had a morbid sense of humor, with dark jokes about death.
* The news report focused on the morbid details of the accident, upsetting many viewers.
Mortality
noun
The inevitability of death for all living beings
* He had a deep understanding of his own mortality after his health scare.
* The book explores themes of mortality, fate, and the meaning of life.
Transcend
verb
To go beyond or rise above something
* To stay competitive, we must transcend geographical limitations and expand our presence globally.
* His leadership transcended the department, uniting all teams towards a common goal.
Immobilized
adjective
To be mentally or emotionally stuck, unable to take action due to fear or anxiety
* The team was immobilized by the uncertainty of the future.
* The sudden change in the market left many businesses immobilized, unsure of how to proceed.
Paradoxically
adverb
In a way that seems to go against what is expected, but may still hold some truth
* Paradoxically, strict rules sometimes lead to more creativity.
* The company grew rapidly, yet paradoxically, its profit declined.
Lose one’s edge
phrasal verb
To lose the skill, advantage, or competitive quality that one once had
* The company started losing its edge when newer competitors entered the market.
* He used to be a top performer, but his lack of focus has caused him to lose his edge.
Crisp
adjective
Clear, precise, and efficient
* The manager’s crisp decision-making kept the project on track despite the tight deadline.
* During the crisis, his crisp judgment prevented further complications.
