Question: In this Journal entry, reflect on the degree to which you have been socialized to the point of being "programmed". Use the following guideline questions to help direct through your reflection.

A. Provide definitions for key terms such as Socialization, Culture and Assimilation.

B. How well socialized/programmed are you? How "Normal" are you?

C. In what ways does your programming manifest itself? Give examples of behaviors you manifest without even realizing or knowing why.

D. Is Socialization/Programming Necessary? Why/Why Not?

E. What aspects of your programming have you rejected? Why? How have others reacted to your attempted De-programming?

F. Has taking this class or other classes in college in any way impacted on your Programming?