The instinct to form tribes originates from a primal need for safety and self-preservation. Tribes provide power and a sense of control that individuals lack. This instinct for belonging and protection can overshadow rational thinking, prompting fear-driven behaviors in society. Observers note the pervasive sense of fear regarding global threats, economic instability, and the democratic process. The necessity to maintain tribal loyalty causes conflict, as differing views among individuals can trigger animosity and violence. A deeper understanding of these impulses is essential for addressing societal divisions.
Few observers have recognized that our instinct to be tribal is rooted to our instinct for self-preservation. Tribes give us more power than we have as individuals.
Humans are social animals. We have always affiliated in groups, driven by the most fundamental imperative for any animal: our safety and survival.
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