The study concludes that the desire of individuals to maintain a positive social image within a community is more important than punishment as a driver of social cooperation. (sciencedaily.com)
They also act as «hubs» of the social network and are the figures towards whom individuals strive to maintain a positive social image. (sciencedaily.com)
Along with the insights of Charles Hartshorne, Whitehead's concept of persuasion (in contrast to coercion) has formed the basis for development of both divine and social images of power. (religion-online.org)