The Power of Culture: How it Shapes Us and Our Society Culture is a powerful force that influences every aspect of our lives. It shapes our identity, our beliefs, our values, our language, and even the way we perceive the world. It is the sum of all the shared customs, traditions, and behaviors of a particular group of people that have been passed down from generation to generation. Culture is not something that is fixed or stagnant, but rather it is constantly evolving and adapting to the changing times.