Community Quote by Jean-Paul Sartre
“Two people can form a community by excluding a third.”
About This Quote
Source Play: No Exit, 1944
Excluding others can create a sense of belonging among those left in, but it also defines identity through opposition.
In simple terms: Excluding one builds a group of two.
Key Takeaway
Recognize inclusive ways to form community.
Themes
identity
exclusion
community
power dynamics
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
social
When to use this quote
- team building
- family dynamics
- political alliances
- online groups
Key Concepts
Existentialism
social identity theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How does exclusion shape group identity?
- What alternatives promote inclusive belonging?
A Different Perspective
Exclusion can foster resentment and marginalize the outsider.
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