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Tribalism is a choice, not by force.
<p><br/></p><p>Tribalism is when people group together based on shared beliefs, cultures, or identities, often seeing their group as better than others. Some say tribalism is forced on us by biology or society, but I believe it’s a choice. We decide how much we lean into it, and that choice shapes our world.</p><p><br/></p><p>Humans naturally form groups. It feels good to belong, to have people who think like us. Long ago, sticking with your tribe meant survival—shared food, protection, and trust. But today, tribalism often divides more than it protects. We see it in politics, where people pick sides and refuse to listen to others. We see it in culture, where differences in language or traditions spark conflict instead of curiosity. These divisions aren’t forced; we choose them.</p><p><br/></p><p>Why do we choose tribalism? It’s easy. It’s comfortable to stay with what’s familiar, to cheer for “us” and distrust “them.” It takes less effort to follow the group than to question it. But this choice has a cost. It blinds us to other perspectives. It fuels arguments, stereotypes, and even violence. When we cling to our tribe, we forget that everyone else is human, too, with their own fears and hopes.</p><p><br/></p><p>The good news? If tribalism is a choice, we can choose differently. We can listen to people outside our group. We can ask questions instead of judging. It’s not about erasing differences—those make life rich. It’s about choosing connection over division. For example, instead of arguing online with someone from a different “tribe,” we can try understanding their view. It’s harder, sure, but it builds bridges.</p><p><br/></p><p>Some might argue tribalism is forced by society—media, leaders, or history push us into groups. But even then, we decide how much to follow. We can turn off the news, challenge our biases, or talk to someone new. No one forces us to hate or exclude.</p><p><br/></p><p>In the end, tribalism isn’t something we’re stuck with. It’s a habit we can break. By choosing openness over loyalty to a group, we can create a world with less “us vs. them” and more “we.” It starts with one choice at a time.</p>
Tribalism is a choice, not by force.
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