Labels reflect how people think about others and themselves. They not only influence how personal identity is created but also allow for recognition that others have different qualities. They aid people in understanding differences in needs, culture, and personality. Labels can also reflect positive characteristics, set useful expectations, and provide meaningful goals. At the same time, labeling can create misunderstandings and stereotypes. Whether good or bad, labeling has an important influence on identity and society.

From; https://turnersyndromefoundation.org/2021/07/13/the-power-of-labels/

is a complex mixture of gifts and challenges. In addition, different cultures revere certain qualities over others, but this does not mean that certain qualities are inherently good or bad. For example, a culture that elevates outgoing behavior will label an introvert in a negative way, calling them antisocial. In truth, the ability to spend time alone is one that most great artists, mystics, and visionaries share. Owning the positive side of this label can lead us deeper into our vision and fertile imaginations.

When we look into the lives of many of the great people in history, we find that they had quirks and eccentricities that earned them less-than-ideal labels from the societies in which they lived. Many famous artists and musicians were considered to be isolated loners or disruptive troublemakers, sometimes both, yet these people altered history and contributed an original vision or advances in our understanding of the universe to the world. If we can remember this as we examine ourselves and the labels people use to describe us, we find that there is a bright side to any characterization.

If you have been labeled, remember that all you have to do to see the positive side is to turn the label around. For example, you may be called overly emotional, and the fact that you are perceived this way may make you feel out of control. But also notice the gifts of being able to feel and express your emotions, even in a world that doesn’t always encourage that. You might begin to see yourself as brave and open-hearted. You may also see that there are certain paths and professions in which this is a necessary ability. As you turn your label around, the light of your true nature shines to guide you on your way.

The Beginning;

Unwanted menopausal pregnancy
Fat Baby
The boy behind me in second or third grade, one who sat behind me pulled my pony tale and would sing “I dream of Jeannie in a cellophane bikini” not quite a label, said smiling
Child
Infant
Aunt
Cowgirl, one I gave myself always pretending
Friend
Preschooler-Nursery school
A Pain in the But Sister
Bratt
Shy
Sweet
cute
Little Child
County Fair Exhibitor
Barn helper
Peg Legs
Skinny Gini
Dumb Blond
Prick Teaser
Best Friend
An Honest Person
Dedicated
reliable
Nieve
gullible
Team Pool Player
Boutique manager
Boss
girlfriend
general manager
roommate
Cashier
Customer Service person
Craftsman
teenager
flower child
Loving
Traveler
hitchhiker
Cocktail waitress
Bartender
mother
wife
parent
Mom
Domestic engineer
Quarter Pony Inspector
Stay-at-home Mom
Freelance writer
Quarter Pony Inspector
Northern Calif. Quarter Pony Club Founder
Student
High school graduate
Realtor
Horse show Mom
Soccer Mom
Soccer Couch
Office girl
bookkeeper
Data entry person
Divorcee
defendant-self representative
Lost SelUnique
Life Skills student
Receptionist
Patient
Cashier
Single Mom
Authentic self warrior
Momma
Horsewoman
1 Love
Sweety
Genuine
Beautiful Wife
lover
Athenic
partner
Crone
Business Owner
Office Manager
Construction manager
Island girl
Grandmother
Widower
Demure
Contemplatively decisive
Wise woman
Comforting woman

to be continued is interesting