Our behavior is often guided by social scripts from "summary" of The Social Animal by Elliot Aronson
One important concept to understand when examining human behavior is the idea that we often rely on social scripts to guide our actions. These scripts are like pre-written lines in a play, telling us how to behave in certain situations based on societal norms and expectations. Just as actors have a script to follow on stage, we have scripts that shape our behavior in everyday life.
These social scripts are ingrained in us from a young age through observation, imitation, and reinforcement. We learn what is considered appropriate or inappropriate behavior in various social settings, and we adjust our actions accordingly. For example, we know how to act at a formal dinner party versus a casual ...
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