While discussing the social dimension of wholeness, we mentioned how people need to practice interconnectedness, justice, equality and cultural inclusivity in order to be socially well-developed. Yes, these are indeed important elements of the social dimension but there is one particular quality that is absolutely essential to this dimension which we have termed as CONTRIBUTION. Similar to the highest qualities of the previous three dimensions, it is the contribution that a person makes to the society which characterises and defines a holistic person. In the following image, you can notice all the four highest qualities of the dimensions we have discussed so far.
Contribution is the Pinnacle of Social Dimension
The wholeness paradigm proposes Contribution as the highest expression of the social dimension because it embodies so many essential characteristics of a person’s social living. Firstly, contribution fosters a sense of belonging, purpose, and connection between various kinds of personalities. It helps people move beyond self-centered concerns, leading to meaningful and effective sharing in the needs of others. Socially conscious people cannot but offer their support and collaboration wherever there is need. Among the many examples of great personalities such as Saint Mother Theresa, Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King Jr., Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and Archbishop Oscar Romero, I shall refer to one significant person as a model of the contribution that an individual can make to change the society.
Fr. Dr. Joseph Jeyaraj, sdb
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