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Psychology

Collective Effervescence and the Emergence of Group Solidarity

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During collective effervescence, individuals can lose a sense of self and feel a shared identity so strong that they are willing to act in ways they would never do alone—this is the same mechanism that fuels everything from religious worship to revolutionary movements.

Why this is interesting

Have you ever felt a shiver of energy at a concert, a sports match, or a political rally? Why does being part of a huge, unified crowd make emotions feel so powerful and bonds with strangers feel so real?