#humans #evolution Created at 2023-01-15 # [Anonymous feedback](https://www.admonymous.co/louis030195) # [[Epistemic status]] #shower-thought Last modified date: 2023-01-15 Commit: 0 # Related - [[Personal growth/Love and belonging]] - [[Readwise/Articles/en.wikipedia.org - Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - Wikipedia-2]] - [[Philosophy/Humans/Blood relationships]] - [[Philosophy/Humans/Groupism]] # TODO > [!TODO] TODO # Belonging Humans are social creatures, and one of our most basic needs is to belong to a group. Belonging to a group gives us a sense of identity and a feeling of being part of something bigger than ourselves. It also provides a sense of security, support, and acceptance. We all need to feel accepted, valued, and connected to others in order to feel emotionally secure and fulfilled. Being a part of a group can provide us with a sense of belonging, which can help us to feel more confident, empowered, and content. Group membership also offers opportunities to learn, grow, and develop important life skills.  From an [[Evolution|evolutionary]] perspective, belonging to a group provided our ancestors with protection from predators and other threats. It also allowed them to divide labor and resources, increase their chances of survival, and make decisions together. In modern society, belonging to a group can still help us to survive and thrive. Joining a group can open up opportunities to make friends, learn new skills, build relationships, and find support. It can also help us to develop a sense of purpose, identify with a cause, and create a sense of community.