The hottest Group dynamics Substack posts right now

Humans tend to form groups based on shallow or meaningless reasons.
People show in-group favoritism even in arbitrary groupings.
Evolution has wired us to seek out groups for survival, which may lead to toxic divisions in modern society.

Do enough "scary" things to control your adrenaline and start doing things from excitement, not fear.
Support your friends by putting yourself on the line to help them achieve success.
Groups have strong dynamics - observe their actions, not just their words, before joining.

Collective fallacies like groupthink can stifle innovation by leading to unanimous decisions driven by desire for group harmony.
Social loafing in group settings reduces individual effort, hindering creativity and underutilizing diverse skills.
Herd mentality can suppress creative ideas by promoting conformity to majority opinions, inhibiting risk-taking and diverse perspectives.

To truly awaken and progress, one must undergo a process of 'dying' to be 'born' again, shedding attachments and realizing one's own nothingness.
The concept of Kundalini in 'awakening' refers to the power of imagination and fantasy that keeps individuals in a hypnotic state, hindering true realization of their existence.
Successful awakening and growth require a combination of efforts, including receiving shocks, having alarm clocks (metaphorical for mechanisms to keep one awake), and working with a group under the guidance of a knowledgeable teacher.

The rise and fall of The Spice Girls, their quick global stardom, and eventual downfall after only 3 years.
The story of how the Spice Girls were formed, including auditions, member selection, and their journey to fame.
The creation and failure of the musical 'Viva Forever!' based on the Spice Girls, leading to financial losses and a short run.

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Struggling against the 'false I' or chief fault is crucial in personal development and must involve actual actions, not just words.
Overcoming barriers in personal growth leads to a point of no return where ordinary life is no longer satisfactory, highlighting the importance of persistence.
The dynamics of group work emphasize mutual responsibility, with success and failure shared among group members, stressing the significance of personal growth within the collective.