What is individualism? Individualism is a me-first mentality. It emphasizes my personal rights and freedoms. It prioritizes my needs and preferences over others. Individualism says:
- I will shape my own destiny and determine my own goals.
- I’ll decide how I’m going to live and do what makes me happy.
- And if anyone tells me what to do or they threaten my rights, I will fight back with everything in me!
Individualism has led to many good things: celebrating diversity, focusing on personal growth and advocating for human rights.
But here’s the problem. You and I are created for community, so when community breaks down, so do we. Individualism is at an all-time high. We’re more lonely, divided and self-absorbed than ever.
So how do you and I resist the cultural pressure of individualism in our world?
