ITT rampant discrimination/ableism. People acting like the world is functional or that most rules make sense and are grounded in reality.
If somebody asks why a rule is the way it is, something really beautiful happens if people entertain and allow that questioning.
Was the rule made that way to simply punish someone in the past? Could the rule be improved? Does the rule apply to the present day? Could the rule be done away with?
If the enforcement of rules is taken seriously, the questioning, validity, and improvement of those rules should be, as well.
Otherwise, we live in an authoritarian society that actively encourages enforcing/following draconian rules no one understands - rules that would likely be enforced improperly or in an unbalanced sense, because nobody can properly explain it when somebody questions the rule (in good faith).
Having trouble with authority and/or being neurodivergent doesn’t mean you are anti-social, dangerous, or bad for the workplace.
Bad rules, however, can be anti-social or create a culture of anti-social behavior, they can be dangerous or harmful (especially if they can not be explained and are not widely understood), and they can be bad for the workplace. It may just not be readily apparent when everybody keeps their heads down and says yes all the time to bullshit.
It’s like people think I’m just trying to be an asshole. I really don’t like starting conflict without having a good reason, and questioning the questionable is one of the best reasons out there.
I swear, some of my recent posts have brought out some nasty responses that I didn’t expect. On one hand, I don’t want to hold myself back from posting stuff just because I fear unjustified backlash. At the same time, I need to better prepare myself for it.
I’m sorry your experience has been less than ideal. I enjoy every single one of your posts that I’ve caught and I truly appreciate them.
I suggest doing what I did, just accept that every experience (in this case, post on social media) is a learning opportunity for yourself and others.
Some people have more learning to do, and we don’t have to blame them or feel badly about ourselves for being discriminated against, or not being understood/accepted, or having our intentions misread. You clearly aren’t trying to hurt anyone!
You said it in your reply earlier to me, embracing yourself and all your quirks helped you move forward. That helped me! Think about all of the people who are helped by the discussions you spark and move forward proudly! 💚
You’re right. You can also learn a lot about the culture and society around you because of that questioning, even if you end up still following the rules.
On the other hand, what’s there to gain from following the rules without question and forcing others to do the same? The only thing I can imagine right now that could be gained is the feeling that you are helping society “stay in the right track”.
This means that there are about 3 options:
Learn something new;
Continue to follow the rules without question while trying to force others to not learn something new, and feel good about it.
Do nothing and continue to follow the rules (you’re not bothered enough to learn something new, but also don’t want to be a pain in the ass);
Notice that when questioning the rules, you might come to the conclusion that there’s no harm in following the rules, or that following the rules is what’s the best for you or those around you.
Questioning ≠ opposing.
Question = checking validity and understanding why.
For the reasons Michael has outlined above, questioning the rules feels like the most productive approach.
ITT rampant discrimination/ableism. People acting like the world is functional or that most rules make sense and are grounded in reality.
If somebody asks why a rule is the way it is, something really beautiful happens if people entertain and allow that questioning.
Was the rule made that way to simply punish someone in the past? Could the rule be improved? Does the rule apply to the present day? Could the rule be done away with?
If the enforcement of rules is taken seriously, the questioning, validity, and improvement of those rules should be, as well.
Otherwise, we live in an authoritarian society that actively encourages enforcing/following draconian rules no one understands - rules that would likely be enforced improperly or in an unbalanced sense, because nobody can properly explain it when somebody questions the rule (in good faith).
Having trouble with authority and/or being neurodivergent doesn’t mean you are anti-social, dangerous, or bad for the workplace.
Bad rules, however, can be anti-social or create a culture of anti-social behavior, they can be dangerous or harmful (especially if they can not be explained and are not widely understood), and they can be bad for the workplace. It may just not be readily apparent when everybody keeps their heads down and says yes all the time to bullshit.
It’s like people think I’m just trying to be an asshole. I really don’t like starting conflict without having a good reason, and questioning the questionable is one of the best reasons out there.
I swear, some of my recent posts have brought out some nasty responses that I didn’t expect. On one hand, I don’t want to hold myself back from posting stuff just because I fear unjustified backlash. At the same time, I need to better prepare myself for it.
Don’t change anything about your posting! You’re literally one of the best posters I’ve encountered on here.
I’m sorry your experience has been less than ideal. I enjoy every single one of your posts that I’ve caught and I truly appreciate them.
I suggest doing what I did, just accept that every experience (in this case, post on social media) is a learning opportunity for yourself and others.
Some people have more learning to do, and we don’t have to blame them or feel badly about ourselves for being discriminated against, or not being understood/accepted, or having our intentions misread. You clearly aren’t trying to hurt anyone!
You said it in your reply earlier to me, embracing yourself and all your quirks helped you move forward. That helped me! Think about all of the people who are helped by the discussions you spark and move forward proudly! 💚
Nah sis, your post is totally on point, and I love it. Authority is something we must question!
You’re right. You can also learn a lot about the culture and society around you because of that questioning, even if you end up still following the rules.
On the other hand, what’s there to gain from following the rules without question and forcing others to do the same? The only thing I can imagine right now that could be gained is the feeling that you are helping society “stay in the right track”.
This means that there are about 3 options:
Notice that when questioning the rules, you might come to the conclusion that there’s no harm in following the rules, or that following the rules is what’s the best for you or those around you. Questioning ≠ opposing. Question = checking validity and understanding why.
For the reasons Michael has outlined above, questioning the rules feels like the most productive approach.