Agents of socialization

I learned in class this week about how (whether we realize it or not) we are greatly influenced by our parents' decisions and actions. Our family is one of the greatest influencers in our lives. Our genes come from them, so we inherit some of their characteristics. As well as traits that come from genes, we also learn to act as they do. Whenever anyone talks to my father, for example, they always say they immediately know we're related because we have such similar mannerisms.Another way I was influenced by my dad deals with my future profession. My dad is a doctor, and I've always kept going into the medical field in the back of my mind because I have always admired his job. My parents have influenced me in many ways, and I know some kids aren't lucky enough to say the same. This week I learne exactly how big of a roll our environments play in raising us.