We are definitely a product of our environment, and part of that environment is a need to socialize. The need to socialize is more than just getting together. It actually teaches us important lessons and values.

The book Living Sociology, by Renzetti & Curran, tells us that "Socialization is the process by which a society’s culture is taught and human personalities are developed. Human beings need more than physical sustenance to thrive; we need social interaction. Personality is a set of behavioral and emotional characteristics that describe one’s reactions to various situations or events." Community oriented town centers give us an environment to help us develop our personality.