The Frames of Modernity: Identity, Risk, and the Politics of Life

This article offers a profound sociological analysis of late modernity through the lens of Anthony Giddens's theory. The author explores key concepts such as reflexivity, disembedding, and abstract systems, which redefine our sense of time and space. The text explains how individuals construct their identity as an ongoing biographical project in the face of a pervasive culture of risk. Particular attention is paid to the distinction between the politics of emancipation and the politics of life, allowing for a better understanding of the ethical challenges of contemporary times. The reader will learn how mechanisms of fundamental trust and ontological security allow us to function in a world dominated by global systems and the constant calculation of risk in interpersonal relationships.