This article argues that the individual is not the starting point for understanding society, but rather the network. Mainstream economics often begins with the individual as an independent actor, while sociology and anthropology emphasize the social structures, relationships, and communities into which individuals are born. The author contends that even our ability to conceive of ourselves as individuals is dependent on social constructs like language and culture, and that modern societies create an illusion of autonomy despite profound interdependence. AI
RANK_REASON Article presents an opinion piece discussing philosophical and sociological concepts related to individualism and societal structures.
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