Humility and Community Formation: A Cross-Theoretical Review of Psychological and Organizational Perspectives
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https://doi.org/10.61166/ld.v2i3.42Keywords:
humility, social capital, organizational behaviorAbstract
This article aims to analyze the relationship between humility and community formation through a synthesis of various theoretical perspectives in psychology, sociology, and organizational behavior. The study employs a qualitative approach using a literature review method, drawing upon scholarly works that discuss humility, social connectedness, and community dynamics. The findings indicate that humility functions as a psychological mechanism that shifts individuals from self-oriented concerns toward an orientation centered on others, thereby fostering trust, cooperation, and social capital within communities. Cross-theoretical analysis suggests that humility is associated with higher levels of moral development and human motivation, characterized by an individual's capacity to transcend personal interests for the common good. In organizational contexts, humility contributes to the emergence of inclusive leadership, the development of psychologically safe environments, and stronger team cohesion. This study offers a conceptual framework for character-based community development that may serve as a foundation for future empirical research as well as the advancement of organizational and community practices aimed at long-term sustainability
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