It feels, for most of my life, I have been told, ordered, and cajoled to be obedient, to attend church, excel in school, graduate from university with a degree that would support me, follow the rules of the road and land, respect authority, and other such trite nonsense ostensibly to have and enjoy the good life. The implication is that being an obedient drone will lead to prosperity and happiness. Alternatively, to create waves in the societal fabric would bring disrepute down on top of my head, for which I will rightfully be punished. Succinctly, 'go along to get along' as does the majority of society.