This theory is defined as “a place from which to critically view the world around us”. Though our experiences we have different opinions and views on the world. Our standpoint can be determined by our gender, class, social status, race, etc. These different perspectives are core points for us on how we view the world. This theory suggests that these standpoints place a large role in on how our perspectives change and adapt socially, and to the world around us. Depending on ones situation, an individuals perspective can change drastically from one to the other.

An example of this could be found in the TV Series Breaking Bad, where Walter White, a school teacher must change and adapt to the underground drug world. He has different perspectives and interactions with people that are involved, until he himself must join them. He changes the way he talks, acts and carries himself once he discovers he is going to be a part of this new world.