hi everyone etienne is here and in this video we will explore what is socialization we are all influenced by our environment that's why it is important to surround yourself with the right people in your life if this is your first time on this channel then make sure you subscribe and hit the bell icon to get updates on my latest videos about time management and productivity socialization is a process through which new members of society develop an awareness of social norms and values want it or not but we are all influenced by our social environment people in our life influence how we behave and what decisions we make throughout our lives we join new communities and make new friends that will later have an influence on us socialization is usually discussed in terms of primary socialization which takes place in our early years of life and secondary socialization which continues throughout people's lives primary socialization for a child is very important because it sets the groundwork for all future socialization in their life primary socialization occurs when a child is learning the attitudes values and actions appropriate to individuals as a member of a particular culture it is generally influenced by the immediate family and closest friends for example if the child saw his or her parents constantly arguing then that child might think that this behavior is normal and acceptable secondary socialization refers to the process of learning what is appropriate behavior as a member of smaller group within a larger society secondary socialization takes place outside the home this is where children and adults learn how to act in a way that is appropriate for the situation they are in schools require very different behavior from home and children must act according to new roles then again things change when you get your first job there will be a new culture in your workplace and you'll be learning new norms what is important to remember that you can create your own environment if you build your own brand or business i hope that you enjoyed this video and i was able to give you a quick summary of what socialization is and what influence it has on you if you enjoyed this video i would really appreciate if you could press the like button as this will help the video reach more people and spread the message [Music] you