1.3. Defining Interaction as a Social Requirement

But still I do not want to live there because why; because we are social animals, we cannot live in isolation so, if instead of that, I send dogs or maybe cow, lion, can we call it kind of they are my companions, I can stay with them, am I social now; basically, no.

I need fellow members who look like me, who can talk to me and with whom I can interact with so, this other fellow, not only dogs, cats, lions but I want the human being right, so it could be that someone is from my own country, it depends on someone's nations, race or maybe same linguistic group or maybe some coming from the same town and village, geographical locations or same occupations.

The text emphasizes that humans are inherently social beings who thrive on interaction with others. Simply having animal companions does not fulfill the inherent need for human contact. Human beings find comfort and a sense of belonging when they engage with others who share similar backgrounds, cultures, or experiences. This might include people from the same country, ethnicity, language group, or even those who have similar jobs or live in the same area.

Imagine attending a party where you know only one person. Even if you have a pet dog by your side, you would likely feel out of place and yearn to interact with the other guests. That longing for deeper connections with other humans exemplifies our need for social companionship.

So, we all comprise, want to live together, sometimes based on nation, race, linguistic groups, town, occupations, we want to live together and that’s how we form, create society and community okay.

Now, if I want to live there, okay and what is missing here like 3, 4, 5 people coming from same nations or same linguistic group or maybe same hometown, they are living together, what is missing there in this diagram, what is not there; that a society needs a human being are missing, human beings are missing.

The speaker highlights that living together with similar individuals fosters community and societal bonds. However, merely being in the same physical space does not guarantee that we feel socially connected. Interaction is vital; without meaningful communication and engagement among people, the sense of community is absent. The emphasis is on the fact that interactions are key to transforming a group of individuals into a cohesive society.

Think of a group project in school where everyone sits at the same table but doesn’t talk or share ideas. Having all students present does not guarantee productivity or community feelings unless they actively communicate and collaborate.

So, what I should look into? If I want to say okay, we can live like this, really we agree? No, I will not agree, why?

I will again feel isolated, if I say no, you cannot talk to each other, you cannot share anything with each other, you cannot look at each other, you cannot help each other, you cannot marry, you cannot develop friendship; make friendship so, in that condition; in that conditions you cannot really make yourself social so, what is missing is that simply being a social animal, I want interactions with each other.

Here, the speaker points out that restricting interactions — such as prohibiting conversations or friendships — leads to feelings of isolation, which ultimately goes against our nature as social beings. For individuals to feel fulfilled and connected, they must engage with one another. The absence of social interaction prevents individuals from building relationships or forming communities, emphasizing that genuine social interaction is essential for societal wellbeing.

Imagine a community with strict rules that prevent neighbors from speaking with one another. Over time, the absence of communication leads to isolation and loneliness, showing that friendships and support systems are crucial for a happy, connected life.

So, but then now question is that how do you make interactions, I have different identity and roles, sometimes I am a father, sometimes I am a son, sometimes I am a friend, sometimes I am a teacher so, the way I talk to my students, I talked to my friends, these 2 interactions are different so, how to control like suppose, if at the middle of the night, I call you and say hey, hello how are you, well this is not socially accepted, nobody would bother that one, okay.

This segment discusses the complexity of social interactions based on our various roles in life. Depending on the relationship and context, the way we communicate changes. For instance, the tone and approach of speaking to a colleague differ significantly from interacting with family members or friends. Understanding the appropriateness of interactions enhances social bonding and ensures relationships are maintained effectively.

Consider how you interact with a teacher versus a friend. In school, you might be more formal and respectful with a teacher, but with a friend, you use casual language and share jokes. This highlights how our roles determine our communication style.

Now, we want to maintain that social relationship, somebody is saying Namaste, I am saying Namaste, okay, handshake; we are returning with handshake.

And when it is more difficult to maintain social relationship okay, why society cannot always maintain social relationship?

This section underscores the importance of cultural practices in shaping social interactions. Simple greetings and gestures like 'Namaste' or a handshake are culturally significant and serve to strengthen social ties. However, societies may face challenges in maintaining these relationships due to diverse values, differing perspectives, and conflicting interests. Understanding these elements can help navigate and cultivate better social connections.

Imagine a scenario where you greet someone using a traditional gesture from your culture but receive a handshake instead, as per their culture. This illustrates how different customs impact our interactions and the importance of being adaptable and respectful to maintain relationships.

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