Ickeekonomiskt

Ickeekonomiskt is a Swedish term that translates to "noneconomic" or "non-economic" in English. It is used to describe phenomena, activities, or values that are not primarily driven by financial considerations or economic principles. This can encompass a wide range of aspects of human life and society.

When something is described as ickeekonomiskt, it means that its importance or purpose lies outside the realm of profit, cost-benefit analysis, or market exchange. Examples might include personal relationships, artistic creation, ethical considerations, environmental protection for its own sake, or acts of altruism. These are often valued for intrinsic worth, social benefit, emotional fulfillment, or moral significance rather than their economic utility.

The concept helps to distinguish between actions and motivations that are purely about financial gain and those that are rooted in other human values. For instance, a hobby pursued purely for enjoyment, or volunteer work done out of a sense of duty, would be considered ickeekonomiskt activities. Understanding this distinction is important in various fields, from sociology and psychology to ethics and environmental studies, as it acknowledges that not all human endeavors can or should be measured by economic metrics.