Episode #53: Community Psychology: “Are we all in the same boat or simply in the same ocean?”
Summary: On this episode of the Act To Live Podcast, Scott talks about a conversation he had recently with a close friend. His friend posed the question - “Are we all in the same boat or simply in the same ocean?” As Jaime and Scott talk about their responses to this question, Scott introduces the concept of community psychology. Community psychologists seek to create a positive social change with a group/community. The duo wraps up the episode by talking about the benefits of being part of a community. ACTion Event of the Week: Think of one thing you can do, for the betterment of YOUR community? Something based in kindness and compassion? One step. One thing. DO IT! Join us on the next episode of the Act To Live Podcast as we explore the benefits of music in our lives! References: https://www.communitypsychology.com/what-is-community-psychology/ Cherry, K. (2020). Community Psychology Explores How Individuals Relate to Society. Very Well Mind. https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-community-psychology-2794898 Winch, G. (2020). The Importance of Belonging to a Tribe: The curative powers of group identity. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-squeaky-wheel/202002/the-importance-belonging-tribe