

Disconnection among people with differences leads to conflict. Lack of understanding leads to a disconnect among people with differences. Lack of knowledge inevitably leads to a lack of understanding.

The people in these factions were not able to look into the mirror too long, since they didn't want to be too selfish and think of themselves. They helped the Factionless by giving food and clothing, which the other factions didn't. The Abnegation was the faction that valued helping others before their own self. Also, as the people of Abnegation prefer not to show skin, revealing clothes are never worn. The only accessory they are allowed to wear is a plain watch. Their style of dress is conservative, loose-fitting light gray clothing so as not to call attention to themselves. The dystopic society of Chicago is ruled by a council of fifty people, composed entirely of representatives from Abnegation, as their faction is the most incorruptible due to their commitment to selflessness. This is where they get their nickname, Stiffs. Though Abnegation can be selfless, a flaw of theirs is the fact that they are stifling. Their core belief is 'Them before I.' Members of Abnegation take over the public services in the city. 'I choose to turn away from my reflection, to rely not on myself but on my brothers and sisters, to project always outward until I disappear.'Ībnegation is the faction that values the needs of others above the needs of oneself.
