Societies are usually defined by values, beliefs, norms language and other characteristics that show something in common that they share. The people should be aware of these characteristics and learn to embrace them in order to guide them. Therefore, collective cultural consciousness involves understanding the principles that guide a group and directs the group on how things should be. This means that the picture portrayed by a member of a given group is a reflection of the whole group (Tembo, n.d., para. 5). Societies may be traumatized in some occasions. This may be due to wars, natural disasters or any conflict arising locally or internationally. At such situations, the communities may need international help to solve the problems in place.
Collective cultural consciousness has had different impacts between deferent societies. In this context, the groups being talked about are countries (Collective Consciousness and Cultural Healing, n.d., p.7). A country like United States of America usually intervenes when other countries call for their help. However, this only occurs under rules stipulated and accepted by both ends. When America intervened to help Libya, the decision was driven by their culture of appreciating democracy, humanity and decency. This does not mean that Libya never practiced these beliefs; however, the ruler wanted things his way. Libya is also rich in oil. However, with the local war, other countries would suffer, as this oil is important for some countries to develop.
Considering the above it means that, collective cultural consciousness of the Americans is what drove America to help Libya. In the end, Gaddafi was overthrown and a new government was in place that shared norms like that of America. In the end, both countries benefit from each other. America can provide Libya with necessary finance to develop them. In addition, America can also get access to oil in Libya to enhance its development.
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