media-saturated-identity

The influence of pervasive media and digital communication on the fragmentation and multiplicity of the modern self.

1 chapter across 1 book

Empathic Civilization: The Race to Global Consciousness in a World in Crisis (2009)Jeremy Rifkin

CHAPTER 14: THE THEATRICAL SELF IN AN IMPROVISATIONAL SOCIETY

Chapter 14 explores the concept of the self as theatrical and improvisational within contemporary society, drawing on dramaturgical theories from scholars like Goffman and Stanislavski. It examines how individuals perform roles in daily life and organizational settings, highlighting the interplay between authenticity and performance. The chapter also addresses the impact of digital communication and social media on identity formation, intimacy, and the evolving nature of selfhood in a saturated, media-driven culture.