How we identify with others gives us a sense of uniqueness and is what makes us an individual.  We naturally compare ourselves to others.  In a healthy way, this does not lead to jealousy. Rather, it serves to illuminate our traits in contrast to the traits of others.  It defines our role in society.

Examples of this are:

• You might see yourself as a woman in contrast to a man.
• You identify as a leader in contrast to another who might be a follower.
• You are the designer of the product rather than the user.
• You are creative rather than analytical. Or both!