Society's expectations can lead to inauthentic choices from "summary" of The Ethics of Ambiguity by Simone de Beauvoir,Bernard Frechtman
In a world where society's expectations constantly loom over our heads, it is easy to find ourselves making choices that do not truly reflect our authentic selves. We are often pressured to conform to certain norms and values that are dictated by those around us, whether it be our family, friends, or the larger society. These expectations can be so ingrained in us that we may not even realize we are making choices based on them rather than on our own desires and beliefs.
This phenomenon of inauthentic choices is a result of the existential ambiguity that permeates our lives. As Simone de Beauvoir astutely observes, we are faced with the freedom to choose our own values and create our own meaning in life. However, this freedom comes with the burden of responsibility – we must take ownership of our choices and their consequences. Society's expectations often serve as a convenient way to evade this responsibility. By following the crowd and conforming to the status quo, we can...
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