This is the reason behind manners. They may be bullshit, but they're a conservative basis from which to begin. For example, manners say, "don't swear at peopl

This is the reason behind manners. They may be bullshit, but they're a conservative basis from which to begin. For example, manners say, "don't swear at people in conversation." We all know it can be okay to swear at people in conversation, but Xah Lee hasn't learned when to swear at people. Xah Lee, stop swearing at people for now and stick to your technical guns. Once you get on some stronger footing, experiment with venting.