Social norms
Social norms are informal rules and expectations that influence the behavior of people in groups and societies.
Definition
They define what is considered acceptable, desirable, strange or forbidden in a given environment. They can organize cooperation, but also perpetuate pressure, conformism and inequality. Understanding norms helps distinguish your own choice from acting under the influence of a group.
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Practice and life
Common misunderstanding
It is a mistake to accept a norm as truth just because it is common. The second mistake is to ignore the costs of rejecting norms altogether.
Questions for self-reflection
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