The Next Big Idea
Daniel Pink and Brian Lowery Aren’t Sure That You Exist
Oct 12, 2023
Daniel Pink, going through an existential crisis, discusses Brian Lowery's book on the social creation of self and its impact on society. They challenge conventional beliefs about self, explore the complexity of identity and race, discuss the socially determined and ever-changing nature of our core self, and delve into the concept of freedom. They also analyze the impact of ostracism and the power of interactions and acts of kindness.
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- The self is not an inherent, fixed entity but rather a social creation influenced by relationships and society, challenging the notion of an essential self and emphasizing the impact of social interactions on shaping identity.
- Nations exert influence on individuals and shape their sense of identity, with boundaries and membership in a nation becoming defining aspects of the self, impacting beliefs, values, and behaviors.
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The Self is a Social Creation
This podcast episode explores the idea that the self is not an inherent, fixed entity but rather a social creation influenced by external factors such as relationships and society. This challenges the notion that there is an essential self and emphasizes the impact of social interaction on shaping one's identity.
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