Irrationality of Rationality Flashcards

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What does 'Irrationality of rationality' imply?

  • It eliminates all forms of exceptions.
  • It makes predictability the new goal. (correct)
  • It leads to efficiency.
  • It is a positive attribute of society.

Provide an example of 'Irrationality of rationality'.

School system and DMV

What is a 'Velvet Cage'?

Society is rationalized, we know this and are comfortable with it.

What is a 'Rubber Cage'?

<p>Society is rationalized but there is still room for exceptions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Iron Cage'?

<p>Society is completely rationalized (McDonaldized).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the own definition of 'Velvet Cage'?

<p>We love it; feel integrated and comfortable with their routine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the own definition of 'Rubber Cage'?

<p>We kinda like it; the cage can be stretched.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the own definition of 'Iron Cage'?

<p>We hate it; feeling trapped and killing humanity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'Institutional Myth'?

<p>Having blind trust in institutions because that is where the professionals are.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Irrationality of Rationality

  • Pursuit of predictability and calculability in a rationalized society can lead to inefficiency.
  • The goal of rationality itself can create inefficiencies in systems.

Examples of Irrationality

  • Educational systems and bureaucratic entities like the DMV illustrate inefficiencies stemming from rational structures.

Velvet Cage

  • Represents a comfortable rationalized society where individuals feel integrated and secure.
  • Routine and predictability provide a sense of comfort.

Rubber Cage

  • Signifies a rationalized society with space for individual exceptions and flexibility.
  • Allows for personal escapes like vacations and home-cooked meals as temporary relief.

Iron Cage

  • Describes a fully rationalized society, as epitomized by the concept of McDonaldization.
  • Characterized by a lack of freedoms, leading to feelings of entrapment and loss of humanity.

Personal Perceptions of Cages

  • Velvet Cage evokes positive feelings of comfort and safety.
  • Rubber Cage fosters a sense of mild contentment but recognizes its temporary nature.
  • Iron Cage leads to negative emotions, akin to imprisonment, highlighting discontent with societal constraints.

Institutional Myth

  • Refers to a blind trust in institutions, stemming from the belief that professionals operate within these structures.

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