Respect

Respect

Respect It relates to the level of admiration for others. It may be ascribed, confirmed, or earned on qualities, achievements, or capabilities. Respect is part of a person’s collective value or role in a social system. Story: Coffee-Wisdom Bob and Jim were co-workers at a tech startup. During their coffee break, they talked about respecting their elders. Bob: I think…
May 14, 2023Posted inRelating, Traits of Orality
Identity

Identity

Identity How individuals or groups perceive and define themselves and others. Most clearly, it relates to how a people group looks at themselves primarily as individuals (I am, therefore WE are) or collectively as a larger group (We are, therefore I am). Story: Lending the Borrowed Ladder Gregory: Hey, neighbor, I came to get my ladder back. I need to…
May 14, 2023Posted inRelating, Traits of Orality
Environment

Environment

Environment The sum of all the interacting living things (material and non-material) and non-living elements and how they affect human life's growth, health, progress, and meaning. Story: Powerplay over a Powerline Kent: I understand your concerns, Chief Wamalwa, but we assure you that we will take every precaution to minimize any impact on the land. Chief Wamalwa: You don’t understand.…
May 14, 2023Posted inRelating, Traits of Orality