Background Reading
Although this section sits within the , its subject matter deals with handling and altering values and beliefs that belong in the . Some readers might therefore wish to do some preliminary familiarization with these aspects of psycho-social functioning.
Social Life is about Purpose
Social change is about the alteration of values that determine goals and actions in society: it therefore lies predominantly within the
The framework provides an account of what is involved and includes and at . This structure arises from the Tree and generates the Tree. Click thumbnails to see.
These frameworks offer a high level abstract account of the elements of natural social change. Such fundamentals are controlled by the complex that emerges from the and its Spiral. Societal change is stabilized and shaped by the .
Looking more closely, there are potentially 3 different approaches to societal change:
- 1. Work within the politics domain to affect government: the most concrete focus.
See the Politics Satellite: Political Choice, Political Life, Political Legitimacy.
- 2. Target the relevant : a larger sectional focus.
As described in this Satellite.
- 3. Alter cultural values and ethical controls: the broadest possible focus.
This requires a ().
Relevant Satellites
Purpose and Value (RL6/PH6)
The , which includes , is an enormous subject which has been extensively investigated taxonomically. It is not possible or sensible to review or repeat findings and analyses here. However, that research revealed many confusions, misunderstandings and omissions in conventional academic texts.
Background Reading:
Chapter 5: Handling Natural Social Groups
Chapters 10 & 12: Realizing Values
Political Development (PH'6C Complex)
Societal institutions cannot exist when society is still operating with the political values of . Society needs to have matured politically to reach the Stage-4 rationalist mode which actively seeks to address social problems generated by values through the use of reason and evidence. At this point, becomes plutocratic, so the effect of money in distorting choices is significant. Cycle 2 in political maturation is an expression of , which is an enabling force for civic involvement.
Background Reading:
Policy Making and Political Choice
Having explained that are a specific type of , and located it in the Taxonomy, we can plunge in.
Start by:
- Becoming acquainted with societal institutions.
Originally posted: 14-Nov-2022. Last amended: 30-Apr-2023.
