The Black Sheep LIVE: When The Group Eats Its Own

Salomé's livestream from December 18th, 2024

When a group turns on its own members, there's a lot more at play than just bad behavior. What we now call cancel culture often includes a unique form of collective punishment: the black sheep effect. Researchers coined this term after an experiment that revealed the harshest punishment for non-conformity isn't given to those outside a group, but those from within who question it.

In this show, we'll discuss:

• The experiment that discovered the Black Sheep Effect

• What it means when a group demonizes non-conformity

• My experience with the black sheep effect

• How to look for the black sheep effect in your life

I’ll be live-streaming multiple times a week to keep you in the loop on all things black sheep, from highlighting examples of groupthink to musings on how to live a freer life. You can join my livestreams on YouTube, Instagram, and X, generally every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday evening. Your questions and comments are encouraged, so participate on whatever platform works best for you!