Collective narcissism in Naga society
Naga society places great value on community, identity, tradition and belonging. Yet these strengths can become sources of division when loyalty to one’s own group turns into a belief in…
The ‘chosen people syndrome’ in Naga society
Naga society takes pride in its identity, history and traditions. Yet our persistent divisions along tribal, village and clan lines reveal how easily pride in one’s own people can become…
When suspicion replaces trust
Many people often say that Naga society has too much suspicion, scepticism, insecurity, distrust and cynicism. Whether this perception is true or exaggerated, it is important to understand why such…
Trailblazer Society marks 10th anniversary with family get-together
Trailblazer Society celebrated its 10th anniversary with a family get-together at JP Park & Banquets, Naga United Village, bringing together members, families and well-wishers to reflect on a decade of…
When belonging breeds division
Naga society places great value on tribe, village and clan. These identities provide belonging, solidarity and a sense of security. But when attachment to one’s own group is accompanied by…
When herd mentality stands in the way of progress
Herd mentality is the tendency to follow the opinions and actions of a group without independently examining their merit. It is visible in politics, consumer behaviour, social media and public…
What are we leaving for Gen Z?
Some of the most pressing issues confronting Naga society today are the protracted Naga political question, electoral malpractice, corruption, unemployment and economic underdevelopment. For those born after the turn of…
When society changes faster than its institutions
Naga society is changing faster than many of its traditional, administrative and public institutions appear prepared to acknowledge. The change is visible in ordinary life. A growing number of people…
The ideal society: freedom, justice and shared responsibility
An ideal society is a concept that has fascinated philosophers, thinkers, and dreamers throughout history. It represents a vision of a perfect world, where harmony, equality, and justice prevail. Yet…
Which end of the egg should we break?
In Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels, the people of Lilliput wage bitter battles over a simple question: which end of an egg should be broken first? The Big-Endians insist on the…