Exploring Personalism and Human Flourishing in Social Communities

A deep dive into the concept of personalism and its impact on human social interactions, contrasting it with traditional beliefs on self-interest and materialism. The chapter discusses ideas from personalist thinkers like Mounier and Maritain, emphasizing the importance of individuals flourishing for the common good and the distinction between individuality and personality in human beings. It also explores how personalism envisions a society where spiritual connections and personal potential fulfillment lead to human flourishing within social communities.