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The problem with “community-maxxing”

Society
United Kingdom
Started August 30, 2026

“Community” is about more than having fun — it is about being essential to each other Source

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Communities should engage in fun activities that also foster deeper connections and mutual aid.
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Community-maxxing may promote a false sense of belonging that ultimately isolates individuals.
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A strong community should focus on essential support and care rather than just social activities.
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The problem is not community itself but the expectation that a single social group can meet all of someone's belonging needs.
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Effective communities thrive when members actively support one another in times of need.
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Community engagement should encompass both joy and the responsibility of caring for one another.
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Any evaluation of community should distinguish between the harm of performative belonging and the value of voluntary interdependence.
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Community-maxxing often prioritizes entertainment over genuine support for individuals in need.
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The pursuit of community-maxxing can create a culture of exclusion for those who do not fit in.
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Communities should balance fun activities with a commitment to supporting each other's well-being.
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