Mead's Mind, Self, and Society

George Herbert Mead's "Mind, Self, and Society" explores the development of individual identity and consciousness through social interactions. Mead suggests that the mind and the self arise from communication with others, particularly through language and symbols. He emphasizes the importance of society in shaping our understanding of who we are. The "self" is not innate but formed through experiences and reflections on how others perceive us. In essence, our identities are built through social experiences, indicating that our understanding of the world and ourselves is deeply intertwined with society.