Wo r k , P ro f e s s i o n s , S o c i e t y a n d M e a n i n g
ASA– Great Divides Transgressing Boundaries
Joseph Lambke*
Animate, Inc.
Abstract
This paper sets forth a Human Interest Diagram which is used to analyze the
relationship between work, professions, society and meaning in people’s lives. It
then uses this diagram to provide a context for discussing origins of meaning in life
and work, rituals used to create meaning, and the evolution of order in society. The
tool also provides a viewpoint that clarifies the role of philosophy, the sciences,
politics and philanthropists in an evolving society that requires both consistent
rituals and adaptation to change. The diagram becomes a useful reference tool
when making important connections and understandings between the variety of
unpredictable human adventures in society.
* Joseph Lambke [Animate, 1023 West Jackson, Chicago, Illinois 60607; 312 226.2811 phone;
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email] is an architect and Director of Animate, Inc. He has completed
research on the evolution of cities with the Santa Fe Institute and Illinois Institute of
Technology. Animate is a full service architecture firm making places better for people.
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