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A recurring realization is that society is actively conspiring against individuals—its norms, laws, and institutions serve to suppress human nature. I call this phenomenon “the walls are alive”—an active, insidious force hidden beneath politeness and civility, designed to hinder human flourishing.
Examples include the taboo around discussing sexual realities, the suppression of honest conversations about gender or race differences, and the denial of human biology—all perpetuated to maintain a fragile status quo. These walls, more than concrete or law, are mental and social constructs that inhibit progress and honesty.