Conforming to social expectations is probably a necessary evil.
We need people to behave predictably in order for the smooth functioning of society.
Aberrant and unpredictable behaviors are punished.
Is this correct?
It is efficient, but it can go too far. We can get too caught up and controlled by conformity.
There are people in positions of power who ensure that people are conforming to social structures, but they might see themselves as above the law and the need to conform.
What if we remove all these social chains? What will happen?
Chaos? Terror? Destruction? Anarchy? Liberation?
It is difficult to conceive of total removal of all social structures, which includes the family unit as well. As we imagine the consequences to be too horrifying.
But is it really necessary?
I believe it is necessary to question our social structures. Since it does involve a repression of individuality. And hypocrisy. And deception.
There is a power within us that resists this conformity.
Are we afraid of it?
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