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Navigating Social Worlds: A Theoretical Exploration of Phenomenological Sociology and the Construction of Social Realities

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  • Javed Muniza

    (Istanbul Medeniyet University, Istanbul, Turkey)

  • Zafar Maryam

    (Lahore College for Women University, Lahore, Pakistan)

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This paper explores the theoretical foundations of phenomenological sociology, examining how subjective experiences and intersubjective relationships construct social reality. Drawing on the works of Alfred Schutz, Peter Berger, Thomas Luckmann, and Hermann Schmitz, it synthesizes key concepts such as the lifeworld, social construction of reality, and embodied phenomenology. Using Qualitative Content Analysis (QCA), this study systematically interprets and compares foundational texts, demonstrating the role of human agency in shaping societal norms and meanings. By integrating multiple theoretical perspectives, it critically engages with contemporary sociological challenges, particularly in digital communication and evolving social structures. This theoretical analysis contributes to the existing literature by offering a structured synthesis of phenomenological thought and its continued relevance in modern sociological discourse.

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  • Javed Muniza & Zafar Maryam, 2025. "Navigating Social Worlds: A Theoretical Exploration of Phenomenological Sociology and the Construction of Social Realities," European Review of Applied Sociology, Sciendo, vol. 18(30), pages 83-95.
    • Handle: RePEc:vrs:erapso:v:18:y:2025:i:30:p:83-95:n:1006
    DOI: 10.2478/eras-2025-0006
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    1. Linda A. Bliss, 2016. "Phenomenological Research: Inquiry to Understand the Meanings of People's Experiences," International Journal of Adult Vocational Education and Technology (IJAVET), IGI Global, vol. 7(3), pages 14-26, July.
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