Community Quote by David Wong
“Individuals understood in relational terms cannot be conceived as fully separate from their communities. Others in one's community may already be a part of the self. This conception of the person as overlapping in identity with others has normative implications for what constitutes the good of the individual and how that good relates to the good of others. One's relationship with others can form a part of one's good as an individual, such that one can have a compelling interest in the welfare of these others and in one's relationship with them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Natural Moralities, David Wong, 2015
Personal identity overlaps with community, so individual good is tied to collective welfare.
In simple terms: Self is part of community.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate relationships that benefit both self and others.
Themes
community
identity
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- family decisions
- neighborhood projects
- workplace collaboration
Key Concepts
relational self
collective good
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your community shape your values?
- When might individual needs outweigh group needs?
A Different Perspective
Balancing personal desires with communal expectations can be challenging.
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