// Conceptual Positions
Context-Dependent Theory
6 topics
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Is Going Viral the Same as Being Important?
The view that the relationship between virality and importance varies by context. They tend to coincide in times of crisis, but diverge greatly in daily life. Judgment considering context is necessary.
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The Difficulty of Explaining Things Simply
Ease of explanation depends heavily on the recipient's prior knowledge, culture, and linguistic environment; no universal 'simple explanation' exists. Gaps are adjusted contextually each time.
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Which Do You Notice First: Color, Shape, or Transparency?
What is noticed first varies depending on the person's experience, culture, and mood at the time. There is no fixed priority; it is determined within relationships.
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Is Wearing the Same Act as Expressing?
The view that whether the act of wearing is expression differs depending on context, culture, and relationships. The everyday act of 'just wearing' can sometimes become strong expression in specific settings.
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How Is Surviving Different from Living?
The view that depending on the situation, sometimes 'surviving' takes priority and sometimes meaning 'for living' takes priority. The balance changes according to the severity of the crisis and the individual's values.
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Can You Take Pride in Your Prepared Self
The view that whether it is appropriate to have pride differs depending on the motivation and degree of preparation and the social context. Taking pride in excessive preparation stemming from fear is problematic, but taking pride in responsible preparation stemming from hope is healthy.