This is a fine way to live. But it falls apart when you mix in other people. Because, if other people are emotionally immature (and most people are) they'll pe

This is a fine way to live. But it falls apart when you mix in other people. Because, if other people are emotionally immature (and most people are) they'll perceive you as weak, and limit your opportunities because you're not posturing as a chest-thumping blowhard. Thus, you too have to speak the language of power while knowing full well that you don't buy into it. I can think of nothing more boring than taking yourself seriously.