Conventions are there for a reason — survival. And while it may seem counterintuitive to some; they promote the survival of the individual. Conventions serve one of our most important needs: they let us know what we can each expect.
“Climate is what we expect. Weather is what we get.”
Conventions help us achieve a stable “climate” of individual human interaction. Is there anything beyond conventions? Yes, maturity. And beyond that is wisdom.
Is there anything beyond wisdom? Give me a break — I’m still working on conventions.
Another remixed proverb from “Cornithaca County.”