Why do we obey the rules and demands of others?
In this case, we obey the rules and demands of others because we want to be rewarded. This could be praise, a raise, or even awards. Psychologically, rewards can even be more influential on our willingness to obey than the fear of punishment.
Why are we afraid of punishment?
When we fear punishment, we obey the rules. Authority figures have this kind of power. The psychological element of this kind of obedience is the anxiety we feel when it comes to consequences. We are terrified of being scolded. We dread having our luxuries taken away. If we disobey at work, we lose our job.
Why is Rebellion considered desirable?
They disobeyed most rules set by teachers and parents, and they were adored for it. Especially in our teenage years, rebellion is considered desirable. It shows courage and a laid-back attitude that draws attention.
Do you want us to follow the rules or the government?
You want us to follow your rules. Than do the basic thing the government is in place for. We allow government officials to spend trillions rebuilding other countries in our name and bankrupting ours in the meanwhile without even getting the most basic necessity. Functioning roads. It’s rediculous. I wanted to respond.
What are some reasons not to follow the rules?
Speech patterns, attitudes, total disregard for anyone but himself. And he hasn’t lived with his father since he was 3 years old. IMO, there is another, far more compelling reason to not follow the rules which isn’t mentioned: the rules don’t make sense. This study dealt with people feeling the rules were unfair.
Why do people break the rules?
Another reason to break rules comes from the need to feel or be seen as powerful. The more people care about power and winning, or feel threatened by others on their way to the top, a 2011 study found, “the faster their values fall to the wayside.”