It is a basic human need. We all want to be part of something. Yet, how often do we choose what we want to be a part of?
Associating with an organization that reflects your values and wishes and where you feel valued, one can easily align with.
Then there are those groups where we are uncomfortable, do not align because we feel differently, or we believe they don’t treat us with the respect we desire and deserve. Why do we persevere in belonging when intrinsically, we do not?
Belonging is our choice. Joining is our statement that we resonate with the group, and remaining suggests we accept their practices, beliefs, and virtues. If we say we do not, why do our actions not align?
We may think this only relates to groups, but we can look at relationships as the smallest group and question if we belong.
Be part of something that makes you feel alive and helps you grow while reinforcing your beliefs and values, and with that, we may also become more creative, productive, and energized.
