Community Quote by Rollo May
“Our powerful hunger for myth is a hunger for community. The person without a myth is a person without a home...To be a member of one's community is to share in its myths...”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Courage to Create, Rollo May, 1975
Myths provide a sense of belonging; without them, individuals feel rootless and disconnected.
In simple terms: Myths give community; without them, we feel homeless.
Key Takeaway
Seek or create meaningful narratives that connect you to others.
Themes
identity
community
myth
belonging
psychology
Mood
introspective
empathetic
inspirational
Type
psychological
cultural
When to use this quote
- family traditions
- cultural festivals
- team building
- personal storytelling
Key Concepts
existentialism
collective identity
narrative therapy
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal myth gives you a sense of home?
- How can communities evolve myths to stay relevant?
A Different Perspective
Myths can become restrictive or exclusionary if not inclusive.
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