We regularly use a lot of words without thinking about their true meaning. This is because they are so firmly entrenched in our subconscious and speech that their meaning seems obvious, therefore, does not require additional interpretations. But when a person begins to deal with this value, his consciousness expands, he begins to perceive the world differently. This article will discuss the fact that this is everyday life. How to understand this term and what does it mean?
Interpretation of the term
From a scientific point of view, everyday life is a sociocultural, yet integral, life world, which is presented in the functioning of society as a self-evident and natural condition for life. Often in psychological dictionaries you can find a term such as "everyday life." This is a synonym, and as much as possible corresponds to the previous term, which is deciphered in the same way. It is presented as the main process of human life, which is found in familiar situations. It is distinguished by non-reflexivity, the template perception of all its participants of the motives of their involvement. In a broad sense, it becomes clear that the term should understand everything that surrounds us daily, all those who live close to us, even strangers, all the events and phenomena inherent in the place where we are. This is everyday life, that is, our being.
Key Points
Today, everyday life is considered by many humanities - sociology, history, philosophy, anthropology, cultural studies. But in the old days, this term was studied and, in fact, arose within the framework of only one teaching - ontology. That is, in the framework of the already "dead" metaphysics, in its section on being and its essence, people in ancient times studied this concept, tried to understand its essence and principles of action. Moreover, this was done very successfully, because modern researchers still use the achievements of their ancestors. They are presented to us in the form of contrasting schemes, on the basis of which the essence of the term itself is based:
- Weekdays - holiday or leisure.
- Social forms of activity are specialized or higher forms of activity.
- Routine - moments of extreme psychological stress.
- Reality is the ideal.
Classic approach
After ancient scholars, they again began to study everyday life only at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Then this term was actively considered in the framework of Freudianism, Marxism and structural functionalism, and in many respects their achievements were similar. So, according to the generalized opinion, everyday life is the lowest level of reality, a value that can be neglected. In other words, it seemed to be a certain surface, moreover, flat, beyond which there was a depth. Many scholars have called everyday life a veil of fetishistic forms, which hid true, genuine reality. Separately, it is worth emphasizing that this "curtain" consisted of different, so to speak, elements for representatives of one direction or another:
- Freudianism - everyday life was presented in the form of economic relations and useless social ties.
- Marxism is a stable socio-psychological structure, which largely determined the worldview of a person and set norms of behavior.
- Structural functionalism is a worldview.
Research specifics
For a person who seriously studied this metaphysical phenomenon, a kind of struggle with everyday life was inevitable. He regarded it as a kind of prism through which he willy-nilly should observe everything that happens and draw conclusions. Also, this prism was a support for the rationality of his judgments and conclusions, otherwise in the "ocean of truth", which was behind its veil, one could easily get lost. Nevertheless, this "prism" was regularly checked for truth. Each had their own methods, depending on the approach, but in general, researchers came to the conclusion that there is practically no dogma in everyday life. This curtain is illusory and created artificially, and all so that no one could have any idea about the true nature of being.
Modern approach
The modern world in all its manifestations seeks to become as tolerant, cosmopolitan, tolerant, open and generalized as possible. It has become easier to travel, everyone can learn foreign languages, as well as communicate with their native speakers, and the same can be said about any innovative development or scientific discovery - everything is in the public domain. Therefore, both the general mass of people and modern philosophers such concepts as "truth hidden from all" have become a relic of the past. The rulers of states are not perceived as elders who hide dogma from the people, but the essence of the concept of "veil" remains relevant. The approach to its consideration has changed; it has become more rational and less categorical. The framework of everyday life now includes all existing ontological concepts and phenomena. In other words, being is perceived as a combination of the "primitive" daily standard experience of the average person and the knowledge, best practices, achievements of people who are engaged in science, high art, research, etc.
The world of everyday life has become much wider and deeper. It can no longer be called a plane, since it embraces both generally accepted truth and alternative knowledge.
String theory
Yes, this is a completely new concept in the field of physics, which so far exists at the level of theory. Many do not believe in this version of the device of the world, in particular, they are skeptics and pupils of the old system who do not want to accept new information. But the essence of the theory does not change from this - our world consists of many parallel realities in which the same electrons, protons and neutrons function according to similar, but not identical, schemes. Perhaps we are living in an era when metaphysics is about to revive - philosophy and physics are reuniting in order to give the most accurate and practical explanation for this discovery. What does everyday life have to do with it? The fact is that the world is no longer perceived as something flat, that is, a "curtain". A person begins both with his mind and his word to admit that what he previously considered impossible, made-up, unreal, is now part of his being. Its framework of everyday life expands and begins to move towards the very bottomless truth that was previously behind the curtain.
To each his own
Fortunately, the days are gone when most people lived as captives. In captivity of their own habits, norms, orders, rules and other restrictions. Most of the people today are free, moreover, those who do not have enough money, resources or other wealth can get all this - they will not be hindered. Those who succeeded in helping people “get on their feet” are training on personal growth, achieving goals and success, etc. Therefore, every day more and more people become financially more free, they have their own and very constructive worldview, but at the same time open to learning new things. This is the very position that our ancestors sought when studying ontology. What is remarkable about all this? For people who were able to succeed or are on the way to it, such a thing as everyday life is something extremely pleasant, desirable, cherished. In the morning they get up, full of strength and energy, and do something new every day.
In a negative way
By virtue of certain personal convictions, some people still fail to break out of the captivity of their own errors. They are displayed on the human being as the so-called "lasso". This may be an uninteresting work, an unloved woman, a lack of hobbies and hobbies, dislike for others, excessive criticality, etc. Such people are not aggressive and not dangerous, but they are extremely boring, because their life is boring. For them, everyday life is something gray, hopeless, extremely unwanted and bored. Gaps may occur in their lives. These are the very moments of happiness in which a person breaks out of the scope of everyday life and is given to his own emotions, desires and impulses. But soon his habits and frameworks again prevail over him and return him to everyday life.
From a religious point of view
In the life of many believers, the church plays a key role. When a person becomes completely faithful to God, his priorities and outlook on life change, however, like his being. The daily life of a believer is a regular and tireless service to the Almighty, the desire to live every day in order to make the world better, to show his Creator how faithful he is to him. Each individual religion has its own norms and customs, from which an integral picture of life is formed, that is, the obligations of parishioners for every day. In the Orthodox world, all this can be represented on the calendar of everyday life - we have known him for a long time. This is a "little book" consisting of 365 pieces. Each of them corresponds to a new day, and it says what a church holiday is today, what needs to be done and what cannot.
From the position of mysticism
By analogy with religious tear-off calendars, their so-called "magic analogues" appeared. Not everyone was a supporter of church politics, especially people who grew up during the Soviet period, but many were interested in everything "beyond." In particular, women would be happy to look behind the curtain of secrecy and find out what awaits them tomorrow, a month later, etc. So the lunar calendar of everyday life appeared, which was issued in twelve versions - for each zodiac sign. It was a certain horoscope, which for many seemed effective and obligatory. It was also equipped with small female secrets and tips.
Calling for the senses
As you know, a state of love turns even the most gray and gloomy everyday life into a constant holiday. A person obsessed with feelings and constantly thinking about the object of his desires sees the world through a completely different prism. He more sensitively perceives everything connected with his soulmate; his actions are aimed at satisfying her. Thus, the so-called romance of everyday life is born, that is, being turns into a continuous celebration of love. Sometimes we hear from people: "She made me live. She showed me the true world. She opened my eyes to happiness." This means that for a person due to relationships the curtain was opened, his reality expanded and became deeper due to emotions, pleasant experiences and a state of love. The romance of everyday life is the easiest way to get away from the grayness of everyday life, to make your life brighter, without delving into philosophical and metaphysical analyzes.
Genesis and Cinema
Films and series are a separate side of reality. It can not be called "improved", because the plot has both positive and negative hopeless pictures. But any of them, if it is shot with high quality, as if it draws the viewer into its world, makes you think that this can become its reality. Ever wondered why this is so? The fact is that all films are based on the very daily routine, that is, they describe the life of simple or not very simple people. Everyone chooses a movie according to his taste and mood. A cheerful and positive person will watch comedies - in them the way of life of people is as optimistic as the viewer. An introvert with a complex mindset will rely on an art house, where strange things happen against the background of everyday life. Films in which the everyday aspect is missing do not drag us in, look like a dummy and are quickly forgotten.
By the way, it can be noted that the theme of being is also perfectly revealed in Japanese culture - anime and manga. Everyday life can be the main storyline, against which other events take place. Fans note that even comics that describe real life events look very realistic and very addictive.