SOC388H1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Erving Goffman, Personal Identity, Ideal Type
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Erving goffman developed perspective in sociology- dramaturgical approach (involved face to face inter- actions) using the metaphor of dramaturgy which is theatre (same as performing a role) We have to perform our roles, just like actors. He got the idea from schutz- that we have multiple selves- goffman tried to undermine the dis- tinction between sincere and con people (since we all present ourselves in different ways) Impression management- we are managing the impression that we give off to others to convey the role in the interaction, we manage the impression we give to others. Persona (latin) mask worn by others (conveys idea we are wearing a mask) If we already know what roles are expected of us and others, we obtain different roles. These roles get solidified, expect you to be the same. We have scripts, that have already been established before interactions.
