The Body in the Social World: Embodiment, Identity, and the Performance of Power

Abstract

The human body, far from a static entity, is a dynamic and intricately woven tapestry of biology, culture, and power relations. This article explores the concept of embodiment, examining how our physical form shapes our identity, interacts with the social world, and becomes a site for the performance and contestation of power. Through the lenses of sociology, anthropology, and critical theory, we delve into the nuanced interplay between embodiment, identity formation, and the social construction of meaning.