A subordinate group of people always knows more about the dominant group in

[raccoon]

their society than the dominant group knows about the subordinate group.

For example, slaves knew much more about their masters than vice versa. Same with a child with an abusive parent/caretaker. The child learns to "read" the caretaker, to figure out what kind of mood s/he's in, to avoid abuse/punishments. It's the same way at work.

It's all about power. The powerful have to be placated and the powerless are the placaters.

[whistle]

1. That's why we have the Constitution to protect our individual rights

[skooooo]

3. But without people to enforce it...

...the constitution is just a piece of paper.

[hedgehog]

2. Sounds like you've had quite the day! Hope things improve!

I'm guessing you've spent some time as a member of the subordinate group!

[Fredda Weinberg]

4. Use your imagination and break the cycle

We're not wasps ... our behavior is not determined. None of us are absolutely powerful - nor totally powerless. But you've surrrendered, so game over ...