Individual Activity: Axel Honneth's Theory of Recognition

Axel Honneth's Theory of Recognition

According to Axel Honneth's Theory of Recognition, when people recognize and acknowledge each other, it helps them be their true selves and feel respected. Ultimately, recognition helps people become more independent and maintain their dignity (Wernet et al, 2017).

Spheres of Recognition

Sphere of Solidarity

Sphere of Love

Sphere of Rights

Benefits, Disrespect and Consequences

Sphere of Love

Sphere of Rights

Sphere of Solidarity

Benefits

Benefits

Benefits

Disrespect

Disrespect

Disrespect

Consequences

Consequences

Consequences

In Conclusion

The government can make policies that encourage healthy and positive relationships, make sure everyone is treated equally under the law, and acknowledge and appreciate what people have accomplished. Disrespect in any of these areas can have bad effects like hurting people's emotions, treating people unfairly, and not giving them credit for what they've done. But by including recognition in government policies, we can make the world fairer and more equal, and show that everyone's worth and dignity is important.

References

Honneth, A. (2004). Recognition and Justice: Outline of a Plural Theory of Justice. Acta Sociologica, 47(4), 351–364. http://www.jstor.org/stable/4195049 Pilapil, R. D. (2013). Disrespect and political resistance: Honneth and the theory of recognition. Thesis Eleven, 114(1), 48–60. https://doi.org/10.1177/0725513612454363 Wernet, M., Falleiros de Mello, D., de Carvalho, J. (2017) Recognition in Axel Honneth: Contributions to Research in Health Care. Scientific Electronic Library Online. Retrieved from; https://www.scielo.br/j/tce/a/R7YKr7j4jVvWh3kK3S9Cb8j/?format=pdf&lang=en