Norms & Values

The topic of norms and values is a very popular topic. Norms and values are very important in a culture. If a group of people accepts these and lives by them, control is no longer necessary. People are aware of their role in the community and want the community to become better. Norms and values allow a group of people to be positive about each other so that each person can live properly. These 2 words are often put together so it is difficult to distinguish them. However, the difference must be clear so that everyone is aware of the punishments that may follow the breaking of a norm.

• Norms and values are the cornerstones of a well-functioning society,
• Values form each person as a person so that they can function better socially.

If we look at norms, these are rules that have been written and agreed upon by society. Everyone must adhere to them. If it doesn’t happen, there are several penalties that can follow. If you look at values, these are rules that have been discussed where there are no official punishments. As a person you keep yourself to these rules. You do this because you have self-esteem and respect people around you. If a large group of people in society have the same values, this can become a norm.