Valinnanmukaisuus
Valinnanmukaisuus, often translated as "choice-conformity" or "elective conformity," refers to the social phenomenon where individuals choose to align their beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors with those of a group, not necessarily due to direct pressure, but because they find the group's stance appealing or advantageous. This is distinct from normative conformity, where individuals conform to avoid social rejection or gain approval. In valinnanmukaisuus, the conformity is a result of a perceived benefit or attraction to the group's norms themselves.
This can manifest in various contexts. For instance, a person might adopt the fashion trends favored by