While it may "seem" to have a lot to do with genetics, there are oher intrinsic factors at work here. Who we are is not necessarily determined by a bunch of chemicals and DNA. The wide range of adaptability in humankind is proof of this and we are able to assume many different "roles" no matter what we are physically. Basically there is no "excuse" of being who we are and it is ultimately a matter of choice.
While it may be "popular" to believe differently, the real evidence belies the "facts." We may say that we are dictated to by "society" to act in a certain way but are we really? We have simply convinced ourselves to accept the standards of others and perpetuate the myth that we need to fulfill a certain paradigm and despite all the "waffling" about it, we keep the so called standards in place ourselves against our best interests.
From that respect we need to have the courage to be different and to be ourselves. The challenge is showing others that we can contribute to society in a positive way, despite our so-called "handicap". The difference is that being ourselves allows for diversity, which promotes growth while going along with the crowd only allows for conformity which is static. The result is either people who truely make a difference or a bunch of happy dummies.Our choice really.
