Two Fronts
We constantly battle on two fronts.
On one hand, we fight for equality.
All people should warrant the same level of respect. Everyone has a seat at the table.
On the other hand, we fight for our individuality - the parts, tribes, and identities that make us different.
I have a unique perspective and here's why it's important.
Maybe these two philosophies conflict when we (inspired by our tribe) attach greater or lesser value to our individual parts. Maybe culture is a constant state of negotiating the value of our parts in an environment where resources are (or feel) constrained.
Maybe if we ask ourselves why our individuality is so important, we'll get closer to who all of us really are.