Identity, Authenticity - Do they conflict?

[little man]

Originally Posted by dykeumentary

I think the most interesting aspect of this thread is the question: is the whole greater than the sum of it's parts? If identities are stars in a vast sky what can be gained by seeing the whole universe as a wondrous collection, versus focusing on a few stars? I prefer to ponder the OP as not about clinging to indentities, but rather transcending them. Thoughts?

how does one go about transcending the pieces of themself that make them who they are? and to what end?