(as a doctrine of mind, not only of economics) Socialism can be a conscious lifestyle choice that controls action and mental decisions. It is when one identifies as part of a whole rather than an individual. Property is not the only thing that is collective - so are hearts, minds, and decisions. The concern of one becomes the concern of all because they are one. This can involve sub-groups of a society, e.g. a kvutsah is a single unit as a part of the machaneh. The entire society would contain 8 or 15 or 100 collective groups, but not the numerical mass of the individuals. It is interdependence and codependence as an extreme. It is reliance, trust, and community. It is not beneficial for the individual soul, but it engenders a feeling of belonging and purpose. It is sacrificing the sum of the parts for the whole.