i looked across the room and saw Society stand up from where it was sitting. i was excited because Society was attractive. it slowly crept over in my direction, i could tell it was up to something odd. flattered i thought, "is it coming in my direction." and my heart beat faster. it walked over to me and stared at me. and i was happy it had taken notice of me. as it breathed in and out, it looked at me straight in the eyes. and it smiled, a seemingly satisfying smile. and i was intrigued. it opened its mouth to talk to me, and i thought, "this is the most accepted ive ever felt." and Society pursued to tell me, "you will be safe if you do what i tell you." this shocked me. and i said, "why would i ever give up my individuality?" so it lifted its hand and slapped me as hard as it could across the face. and my cheek was on fire. and i saw right through the mask that Society attempted to seduce me with. and then i saw the lack of individuality in the lines of Society's face. and i heard the tones of conformity filling every inch of it's voice. Society looked like death. and i did not want to be it's friend. so with a blank stare, i turned a cold shoulder to the pressure of Society. and found myself thinking... Society looks so attractive on the outside. but inside it offers social safety. and thats good, right? wrong. sometimes safe is the most dangerous place to be. |