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BACKGROUND INFORMATION

• Belonging is often defined as fitting into an environment or community. It is important because it makes people feel safe. Humans naturally crave security and belonging.

THESIS STATEMENT

• It is important to belong because people want to feel safe and accepted.

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• Humans feel safe in their environments when they are cared for. People want to feel safe because it makes finding resources and blending in really easy by eliminating worry and anxiety but only to some extent.
• Feeling accepted is often described as being respected and wanted. Humans feel this way when they are heard and loved.

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Feelings of acceptance come up when people feel respected and valued. This is because humans are a social species and naturally want to be of some benefit to their environment. This push for connection creates the need for acknowledgement from others. When people aren't respected,