The Why

​THE WHY is an interactive discussion group that explores the fundamental question: "Why do people act that way?" Through guided analysis of social media posts, news articles, YouTube videos, and public comments, participants investigate the psychological, social, and environmental factors that drive human behavior in contemporary society.

The program employs a Humanistic psychology framework, emphasizing individual potential, personal growth, free will, and self-actualization. Participants engage in meaningful self-exploration to understand their own placement within the societal matrix while developing empathy for diverse perspectives.

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What Participants Will Do

• Review and analyze social media content, news articles, and video materials presenting topical societal issues

• Examine public comments and reactions to understand diverse viewpoints

• Participate in facilitated small group discussions

• Reflect on personal beliefs and societal positions

• Explore the intersection of identity, belonging, values, and competition in shaping behavior

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Participants will:

• Develop deeper understanding of human behavioral motivations

• Analyze complex social issues from multiple perspectives

• Gain insight into belief systems, biases, and social norms

• Experience respectful engagement across different populations

• Create new frameworks for understanding predictable behavioral patterns

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