Auckland Deep Thinkers Online - "Oikophobia"

Oikophobia refers to a fear or aversion towards one's own home, culture, or society, often manifesting as a tendency to criticize or reject familiar surroundings while praising others.

Oikophobia is derived from the Ancient Greek word "oîkos," meaning "house" or "home," combined with "phobos," meaning "fear." It was coined by British philosopher Roger Scruton in his 2004 book England and the Need for Nations, where he described it as a "felt need to denigrate the customs, culture, and institutions that are identifiably ‘ours’". This concept is often viewed as the opposite of xenophobia, which is the fear or hatred of strangers or foreign cultures.

Cultural and Political Context
Oikophobia has been discussed in various contexts, particularly in political discourse. It is often associated with a critique of one's own culture and can be seen as a response to globalization and multiculturalism. Critics argue that oikophobia leads to a rejection of national identity and cultural heritage, which can manifest in political correctness and self-loathing within societies.

Psychological Perspective
From a psychological standpoint, oikophobia can be viewed as a condition characterized by anxiety or discomfort in familiar environments. Individuals may experience heightened stress or aversion towards their own cultural values and traditions, sometimes preferring foreign cultures instead. Symptoms may include:

• Anxiety or discomfort in familiar settings
• Disinterest in preserving cultural heritage
• Hostility towards one's own cultural values

See Also:
Oikophobia - How the West Learned to Hate Itself
Oikophobia Cultural Self Hatred | Interview with @Benedict Beckeld

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