Conventional people are roused to fury by departures from convention, largely because they regard such departures as a criticism of themselves.

Summary

This quote highlights how conventional individuals often become enraged when confronted with deviations from social norms. This reaction stems from their tendency to perceive unconventional behavior as a personal reproach. By breaking the mold, those who challenge conventions inadvertently challenge the very individuals who conform to them. This suggests that the anger provoked by departing from convention is not primarily about the act itself, but more about the threat it poses to the conventional person's sense of identity and validation.

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