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Why We Follow: The Power and Perils of Belonging

by Langley Sharp MBE

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Jun 11, 2024

The need to belong is both an individual and collective human drive. Edward O. Wilson and Robert Dunbar explore how selflessness, aligned with social group needs, fosters harmony. Strong bonds increase perceived safety and self-esteem, while close-knit groups, like tribes or military units, exemplify loyalty and high performance. However, misguided collective psychology can lead to division and distrust.