"Much information in our lives is remembered in a social context, as we often reminisce about shared experiences with others, and more generally remember in the social context of our communities and our cultures. Memory researchers across disciplines and subdisciplines are activ…
We remember in social contexts. We reminisce about the past together, collaborate to remember shared experiences, and remember in the context of our communities and cultures. This book explores the topic of 'collaborative remembering' across a wide range of fields, including dev…
Collective forgiveness is in no way inferior to love in its mysteriousness. Although we usually act thoughtfully and rationally, many actions and decisions cannot seem to be logically derived. Forgiveness -- everyone knows it and has experienced it -- is one of them. This book i…
The social cure: identy, health and well-being
A growing body of research shows that social networks and identities have a profound impact on mental and physical health. With such mounting evidence of the importance of social relationships in protecting health, the challenge we face is explaining why this should be the case.…
Already, the COVID-19 pandemic has left a deep mark on all levels of human activity and sentiment. As far as the best possible management of the situation is concerned, it is not only up to governments and experts in health systems, but ultimately up to each individual to act ap…
The drama of social life: a dramaturgical handbook
Whatever else they may be doing, human beings are also and always expressing themselves whenever they are in the awareness of others. As such, the metaphor of life as theater - of people playing roles to audiences who review them and then coordinate further action - is an ancien…