The majority of people have withdrawn in self-defense. They will protect their threatened sense of self by finding those who are just like them. When I find “my peeps,” “my tribe,” “my kindreds,” confusion is replaced by certainty. My perceptions and feelings are shared by others, so they must be right. Certainty is a comforting feeling and, as we enjoy being certain together, we discover true companions. Whatever our purpose or cause, we feel stronger because we have come together.
