Interpretive communities can influence how individuals perceive texts and issues based on their personal experiences and social contexts. The meaning of a text is shaped more by the reader than the writer. Conflicts arise when unconscious assumptions held by different communities clash, leading to misunderstandings and frustration. Individuals often struggle to recognize these assumptions, which can result in debates that devolve into emotional exchanges rather than constructive discussions. Understanding the context in which interpretations are formed can facilitate better communication and resolution.
The assumptions that different interpretive communities make aren't always conscious. They don't work like geometric proofs.
The most frustrating conflicts happen when different unconscious assumptions crash into each other. It quickly moves discussion from reasoned disagreement to exasperated incomprehension.
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