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Selfless

The Social Creation of “You”

Brian Lowery

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Selfless
The Nature of the Self
Not an inherent trait
Beyond the physical body
Source of morality
Spheres of Influence
Close Relationships
Community & Social Groups
The Nation-State
Technology
Characteristics of the Self
Constantly evolving
Multiple identities
The Paradox of Freedom
Irony of independence
Boundaries provide structure
The meaning of selfless

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Selfless Summary & Overview

Selfless (2023) explores the concept of the self as an entity formed by relationships and society in general. It tackles the roles of family, social groups, the country, and technology in shaping the self. 

Who Should Listen to Selfless?

  • Social psychology enthusiasts
  • Anyone interested in the idea of the self as a social creation
  • People looking to understand themselves and others better

About the Author: Brian Lowery

Brian Lowery is a social psychologist, Stanford University professor, writer, and podcast host. He has coauthored multiple journal articles, including “Self-Essentialist Reasoning Underlies the Similarity-Attraction Effect” and “Gender Backlash and the Moderating Role of Shared Racial Group Membership.” Selfless is his first book.

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