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Social Recognition Theory

6. Institutional values and norms tend to mirror variations of evaluative criteria related to changes in recognition processes. Status allocations also change because of these relationships.[/QUOTE]
 
What Marx deemed to be social injustices in a capitalist society are natural processes for an advanced technological world. If one cannot find social equality, why bother proposing a society based on an impossibility? Marx failed to realize the necessity of inequalities for an efficient allocation of labor.

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What Marx deemed to be social injustices in a capitalist society are natural processes for an advanced technological world. If one cannot find social equality, why bother proposing a society based on an impossibility? Marx failed to realize the necessity of inequalities for an efficient allocation of labor.

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I propose social recognition theory to be an effective means for explaining human behavior, at both micro and macro levels of analysis. The primary factor for social recognition theory is competence. While other aspects of human behavior are involved, mostly, they’re related to competences, unless, of course, the individual is abnormal and, therefore, seeks abnormal outlets for personal satisfaction. Under normal circumstances, and in the majority of interaction situations, people are motivated to satisfying their competences. People have freewill, they can pursue competences to their advantage, or they can make choices resulting in personal dissatisfaction, or upsetting outcomes. Mostly, humans prefer to interact in situations where they can exhibit their competences, or where they reinforce, or satisfy their competence needs. As an example, a talented musician may play music for the benefit of the audience, or he or she may choose to play music contrary to his or her musical talent, and therefore spin into musical oblivion. Whether people pursue competency-based needs, or violate them, they have freewill to determine their lives.

Human development is a product of human awareness of competences and through socialization, individuals learn to utilize those competences in useful or productive ways. There are, or course, abnormal individuals, they may make choices which violate their competences, who tend to engage in abnormal behavior, but, eventually, they will find justification for those behaviors, and become abnormal, or different, depending on their choices.
 

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For social recognition theory, language is the means by which humans not only identify themselves with respect to social traits, or behavioral functions, for interaction with others, but, also, how they utilize, or make favorable, personality traits for social interactions. The socialization process facilitates the utilization of human abilities, or necessary attributes for acceptable, as well as beneficial outcomes. Children attend school, learn skills, abilities, and acquire the necessary education in order to acquire a job, or a place in the adult world of work, to function in adult society. The primary motivator for human development, and therefore, successful adaptation to a civilized society, is for humans to develop their competences, and apply them to social interaction situations in order to survive, and to prosper in a civilized society.

Social recognition processes are crucial for self-esteem maintenance. Most social theories concentrate on social traits or individual characteristics associated with successful outcomes. As an example, psychologists have proposed people evaluate themselves and others based on “competence outcomes.” They learn from cultural norms and values and, depending on the situation or activity under consideration, evaluate themselves. Therefore, as individuals interact with others and evaluate themselves, competence-based criteria are importance for one’s self-identity. Social recognition, predicated on competent outcomes, is crucial for self-esteem maintenance. As an adult, one applies knowledge of competent outcomes so as to function in modern society, and succeed in one’s work, or goals, for a satisfactory life. Abnormal behavior is explained by individuals associating with deviant groups. “Social recognition processes” associated with deviant groups results in self-esteem maintenance based on deviant values and norms.
 
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Social recognition theory addresses truths about the human condition. Humans seek recognition based on norms and values learned from socialization, and from everyday interactions with others who, depending on related norms and values, influence one’s self-perception. The aggregate of social interaction processes, including thought processes reinforcing, either positively or negatively, result in feelings of self-worth and, subsequently, competency based social actions. Because humans have freewill to accept, reject, or otherwise, alter self-perceptions related to social situations, social change is more common than strict adherence to societal norms and values. Social recognition processes continue to affect feelings of self-worth as individuals, applying competence-based criteria, continue to interact.

The framework for this theory includes a comprehensive statement for critiquing and subjugating other theories to the social recognition perspective. Again, the primary basis for this decision is the soundness of ideas related to human behavior. One may propose, but there is little reason, or theoretical justification, for rejecting a “competency” based human theory for one based on false assumptions. In this regard, Marxist’s assumption of social equality becoming the basis of communism is flawed insofar as there is no evidence. Where do you find social equality in the real world? It doesn’t exist! People are motivated according to their competences, not according to fictitious assumptions based a fairyland social order. After a careful analysis of Marx’s writings, one concludes Marx got it wrong. Communism is based on an unsound, or fictitious, social order. Why don’t Marxists understand the error of their ways? A serious problem with Marxism is the rulers of the state are dictators of the people. Rather than allowing the people to determine their own destiny, allocation of labor, and regulatory functions, government officials become absolute rulers. The consequences, of course, is curtailment of individual freedom for maximizing human potential.

“Competence” based social processes are real and can be substantiated with evidence. Under capitalism, people continue with competency based social interactions, and evaluations, resulting in efficient allocation of labor. Whereas under communism, equality-based groups, social institutions, or societies are dysfunctional. It is important to understand consequences! Communism has, and continues, to have a significant impact on the world as nations continue to be threatened by dysfunctionalities. It is interesting, in most communist nations, rulers utilize capitalism for an efficient allocation of labor, and to maximize production of goods and services. What is the communist way? It is a phony social order, but, if properly managed with capitalist methods, communism appears to be successful.
 
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Social recognition theory addresses truths about the human condition. Humans seek recognition based on norms and values learned from socialization, and from everyday interactions with others who, depending on related norms and values, influence one’s self-perception. The aggregate of social interaction processes, including thought processes reinforcing, either positively or negatively, result in feelings of self-worth and, subsequently, competency based social actions. Because humans have freewill to accept, reject, or otherwise, alter self-perceptions related to social situations, social change is more common than strict adherence to societal norms and values. Social recognition processes continue to affect feelings of self-worth as individuals, applying competence-based criteria, continue to interact.

The framework for this theory includes a comprehensive statement for critiquing and subjugating other theories to the social recognition perspective. Again, the primary basis for this decision is the soundness of ideas related to human behavior. One may propose, but there is little reason, or theoretical justification, for rejecting a “competency” based human theory for one based on false assumptions. In this regard, Marxist’s assumption of social equality becoming the basis of communism is flawed insofar as there is no evidence. Where do you find social equality in the real world? It doesn’t exist! People are motivated according to their competences, not according to fictitious assumptions based a fairyland social order. After a careful analysis of Marx’s writings, one concludes Marx got it wrong. Communism is based on an unsound, or fictitious, social order. Why don’t Marxists understand the error of their ways? A serious problem with Marxism is the rulers of the state are dictators of the people. Rather than allowing the people to determine their own destiny, allocation of labor, and regulatory functions, government officials become absolute rulers. The consequences, of course, is curtailment of individual freedom for maximizing human potential.

“Competence” based social processes are real and can be substantiated with evidence. Under capitalism, people continue with competency based social interactions, and evaluations, resulting in efficient allocation of labor. Whereas under communism, equality-based groups, social institutions, or societies are dysfunctional. It is important to understand consequences! Communism has, and continues, to have a significant impact on the world as nations continue to be threatened by dysfunctionalities. It is interesting, in most communist nations, rulers utilize capitalism for an efficient allocation of labor, and to maximize production of goods and services. What is the communist way? It is a phony social order, but, if properly managed with capitalist methods, communism appears to be successful.
People have to be smart about their government. Do they want a free society or do they want a government owned and operated society? If they allow corporate abuses to upset them, they may become irrational and take over those corporations. That has happened to some capitalistic societies. Then, to eliminate corporate abuse, such as monopoly practices, the government takes over industries. This is what Marx proposed. Take over those evil companies, large and small, and make it a socialist society. If things really go well for the government, soon there will be no private run companies or private property. It's called Communism, just what Marxists want.

The solution is a free society where the most competent businesspersons rise to the occasion with adequate solutions. If you allow entrenched politicians to administer with bureaucratic solutions, you'll find chaos and inefficiencies in the workplace.
 
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So, the whole world is in debate mode over what is the best form of government, communism (totalitarianism), or democracy (capitalism). What form of government is most favorable for development of one's competencies? Without freedom to develop and pursue one's competences, it is a doom and gloom society. Aren't people happier in a society where they can develop their competences according to real situations? When government officials control education, jobs, and industries, individuals must adjust to government party rule, and pander to the ruling elite for jobs, housing, and general welfare.

So, an entrepreneur wants to establish a new business. In a communist nation, he or she must apply to the government, which means, the individual must prove loyalty to communist government rules and regulations. Then, the person must wait while communist officials approve of his or her application. If the person has had disagreements with communist government officials, the application won't be approved. Then, there is the long waiting time for approval of the request. If the entrepreneur speaks out against the communist regime, or in some way indicates disloyalty, the application is denied. Then, after the business begins, new employees must also prove their loyalty to the communist government. If everyone is in lock step with the communist party, the business may prosper. But, whatever the outcome, loyalty to the communist party is required for the business to operate.

In most communist nations, citizens have been educated to accept the dictates of the communist government. In a communist nation, there are no alternatives for individuals who are not loyal and accepting of rules and regulations of the communist government. Another alternative is available. Move to a democratic nation where government officials are not dictators. In the United States, an entrepreneur can begin a business without government coercion. In the USA, an entrepreneur is not required to make a loyalty pledge or submit to rules and regulations of any particular political party. According to the US Constitution, individuals have freedom of speech rights, freedom of religion rights, freedom of movement, and property rights not available in communist nations. In communist nations, rights of the government over the individual are powerful, repressive, and without recourse.
 
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