When Breaking the Rules Is the Right Thing to Do
And how and when to do it
How and when to do it.
“The young man knows the rules, but the old man knows the exceptions.” — Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr.
Are rules meant to protect, help or limit us?
Most people are afraid to break the rules. Others believe it is the only way to make things happen — they think rules are meant to be broken.
Some people approach life like everything is forbidden unless it is permitted. Others think that everything is allowed until it is explicitly prohibited.
What about you?
The problem with a rigid approach to rules is that it divides people — either you are a conformist or a rebel.
Not all rules are equal. Some were created to control people, others in a different time. Certain rules are black and white; others are open to interpretation.
Sometimes, it’s okay to break the rules.
I’m not talking about doing it randomly, but with a purpose. Choose to break the rules that limit you, not just because you don’t like. Break the rules but consider the consequences o…
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