sa lecture 4 (interaction, emotions, and social status)

social interaction

communication among people acting and reacting to one another.

sociology of emotions

form an important part of all social interactions. they are neither universal nor constant, they have histories and a deep connection to statuses, roles, and norms

emotions in historical perspective

study how feelings and emotional expressions have evolved across different societies and time periods, influencing social dynamics.

feminist theory and emotions

explores how gender influences emotional experiences and expressions, emphasizing the role of emotions in social power dynamics and feminist activism.

emotion management

refers to the processes through which individuals regulate their feelings and expressions of emotions in social contexts, often to align with societal expectations.

emotional labour

emotion management that many people do as part of their job and for which they are paid.

indigenous approaches to emotion

highlight the cultural significance and unique expressions of emotions within indigenous communities, emphasizing spirituality and connection to the land. (Norgaard & Reed)

critique of emotions as only-social

if we want to effectively understand how emotions shape social life, then we need to include environment, nature, and our relationships with nature.

civil inattention (Erving goffman)

the practice of ignoring certain social cues to maintain privacy in public spaces while still acknowledging others' presence. (Erving goffman)

symbolic capital

concept developed by Pierre Bourdieu, that refers to non-material forms of value such as prestige, honor, reputation, and recognition that give a person social advantage.

conflict theories of interaction

theories that emphasize the role of power and inequality in social interactions, focusing on how these dynamics shape individual behavior and group relationships.

charles derber

a sociologist known for his work on social interaction and the concept of the "competitive self" which highlights how social interactions can be influenced by competition for attention and status.