Does being part of a group always lead to positive outcomes?
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First of all 'positive outcome' is subjective; what positive outcome means to you can differ in its meaning to someone else.\n\nWith that reasoning, the answer is yes.\n\nRegarding the references to Hitler, street gangs and such...to them their outcomes were positive, Hitler's plans were coming together, the street gangs continue the violence to accomplish who knows what, so their out come is positive, especially if they don't get caught.\n\nRegarding what is socially accepted as positive, then the answer is no, not always, however what may be socially accepted by the masses may cause you to disagree.\n\nIn the end, everything is subjective in one way or another that there may never be a "correct" answer because of ones point of view, and if debated intelligently, intellectually, with reason and fact then you can manipulate what is accepted on a social level but never make it a constant.
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I've heard that it's an evolutionary development that occurred, in part ,because when people started co-habitating in groups or clans it was helpful for them to be on the same circadian "sleep" schedule. It helped group unity.
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Im right there with you. You kinda feel that you dont really fall into any minority or group/click... just you on your island. I think we're unique enough to just be... us. Its lonely, isn't it. I often have trouble finding good friends i can count on, but have an abundance of mutual friends that i can hang out with... but it seems like you can never find anyone who can relate to you.
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Having been both a leader as well as a participant of "group therapy", I could offer many perspectives.  Personally, my experiences with groups have mostly been good.  Each group is different in its focus, purpose and participants, so you may have a variety of experiences depending on these variables.\n\nIf your therapist has recommended that you go to a group on grief, you might find it quite helpful to your process of loss.  Many times group members benefit from participation because they are in a "group" of people who understand and can identify with their shared issue (in your case, grief).  Because people deal with grief differently, you may benefit from learning new ways of coping yourself.  You may also find some very supportive individuals who can connect with your personal pain.  The most important thing about attending a group is how the group leader leads the group.  It's important that a leader not allow one person to monopolize the group's time.  It's also important that the group has well defined boundaries so that members are not allowed to mistreat or verbally abuse each other.\n\nI suggest that you attend the group at least 2-3 times. If you find that you enjoy the leader and feel that they are skilled at leading the group, then you may have found a great place.  If you also find that there are members who you enjoy and who also make you feel supported and SAFE in your process of grief, then you should really consider participating.  Groups typically do NOT sit around and just cry all the time.  Groups are created to bring people of similar experience together for the sake of growth, development, support and understanding. I suggest you give it a chance and see what happens.  No one will force you to talk and share your dark secrets.  No one will force you to cry about your loss, and no one will force you to comfort another group member.  Don't be afraid of the unknown.  You just might find that you meet someone, or make a friend that really helps you in your life (currently or in the future).  Be open to the possibility, and I'm deeply sorry for your great loss.
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Thank you!!!\n\nDo you thin <particular group> and <other group> will get it?
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Yes. Because we are all people no matter our color.
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Why do people join a group?\n\nPeople join groups for a variety of reasons. Some group members are motivated by task concerns and others are motivated by interpersonal attraction to other group members. Read about the reasons people join groups and then complete the interactive activity and quiz at the end of this unit. \n\nGroup Synergy  Group synergy1 refers to the idea that two heads (or more) are better than one. You may have also heard the phrase, "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts," which also refers to group synergy. Put simply, groups are often capable of producing higher quality work and better decisions that can an individual working alone.  \n\nSupport and Commitment  A group may be more willing to take on a large project than would an individual. In addition to its increased ability to perform work, the group can provide encouragement and support to its members while working on a big project.  \nInterpersonal Needs Individuals often join a group to meet their interpersonal needs. William Schutz2 has identified three such needs: inclusion, control, and affection.\n\nInclusion is the need to establish identity with others. \nControl is the need to exercise leadership and prove one's abilities. Groups provide outlets for this need. Some individuals do not want to be a leader. For them, groups provide the necessary control over aspects of their lives. \nAffection is the need to develop relationships with people. Groups are an excellent way to make friends and establish relationships.
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Yes, I had a group of friends that didn't like one of my other friend. It was hard to deal with it but evenly I let everyone know that she was really cool and to give her chance. It worked evenly.
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every group is different, different attitudes and learning capacities
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I would have to say yes and its not only true with race.  As soon as you identify strongly with any group of people you automatically trust and respect your group more than the other group with nothing to base that on other than its your group.  \n\nIf we can just take it to another level and decide that we are all human beings and that we all belong to the same race then we wouldn't need all these subdivisions.  \n\nOn the other hand if we were truly non racist then we wouldn't have to worry about it.  Racism has improved but we still have a way to go.  Lets not take too many more backwards steps.
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it works for others as well. there are many of us around. welcome
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Excellent answer Yellow!  If everyone plays a part and is clear on the group's goal, they are more likely to perform at their best.  Another key ingredient is good leadership; communicating what each member will do and the ultimate goal.  Coaching people in a positive manner and using lots of praise works well too.
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I don't think so, but they do have the "advantage" of all being of one common heritage.  There is an intrinsic common bond that transcends place of birth.  They are all Jewish and they have the commonality of having suffered for their religion, but they can disagree with each other just like any other group.  But again, in the end, they are all Jews.  Makes it a lot easier to convince everyone when you have that common bond.
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Don't put all your eggs in one basket. Never generalize something and believe it is a fact when in fact it never is and will never be. Many black and white people ( and I hate to call it that way) are the best of friends. It's exactly like saying rich people are the smartest or Arabs are fanatics. It has no solid ground for a proof. You will lose a lot of people if you kept thinking this way.
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Maybe you can start doing some civil works, form a group were everybody can join and its benefit will be for everyone, and show them that you can be a great leader..
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You compromise with each other everyone is different and if you can accept and you're group accept it then there is no problem, if someone doesn't want to join the group then that is their choice you cannot force people to join a group,
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At first, one might want to say that cliques are not good, because it can teache one to be snobbish, but there has been studies where teenagers were surveyed.  The teens who were parts of groups and cliques displayed greated self-confidence, achieved more in life, were more emotional stable, and actually felt more happy (extroverted) than those who were less socially active in a group...so cliques and groups do not have to be bad.. if you want to join a group, however, look for quality of character at the same time and you will do well.