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Geeks do not conform as much to the norms of society at large, but they do conform within their own groups. Conformity is a universal human trait. Also, I don
by rkts 18y ago
Geeks do not conform as much to the norms of society at large, but they do conform within their own groups. Conformity is a universal human trait.
Also, I don't see what your ad hominems contribute to this discussion.
- sealedidentity 18y agoThink about Galileo. For every stereotype you cite, I can quote exceptions and make it a circular argument. You did lump every "smart person" in your argument and I wanted to call you out on that. No ad hominems there, just a progression of my counter-argument.
- rkts 18y agoI'm not sure what your point is, but I think you're attacking a straw man. I didn't say that all people conform to the expectations of their peer group in all ways at all times. That statement is trivial to disprove.