Quote by Orson Scott Card

Every person is defined by the communities she belongs to.

Every person is defined by the communities she belongs to.

Summary

This quote suggests that an individual's identity and sense of self are shaped by the communities to which they are a part of. It implies that the communities we associate with, such as family, friends, workplace, or cultural groups, have an influential role in determining our values, beliefs, and behavior. By highlighting the interconnectedness between people and their communities, it emphasizes the idea that our sense of identity cannot be dissociated from the social groups we belong to.

Topics

Community Genealogy Persona

By Orson Scott Card

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