Societal Castration
The softening of society as a whole. We have accepted more than ever and seem to fight back less and less.
Just like a newly married man, his testicals have been cutoff and he doesn't know how to think for himself anymore without direction from his wife. You know this happened when your friend can't go out anymore without first clearing it with his wife.
Societal Castration is similar. One that once thought they were in control have given up control and taken on a "Whatever" style mentatility because they don't think they can effectuate change without pissing off many different groups of people.
Just like a newly married man, his testicals have been cutoff and he doesn't know how to think for himself anymore without direction from his wife. You know this happened when your friend can't go out anymore without first clearing it with his wife.
Societal Castration is similar. One that once thought they were in control have given up control and taken on a "Whatever" style mentatility because they don't think they can effectuate change without pissing off many different groups of people.
Little Johnny used to make great jokes. Things have changed and now his momma and teacher have much greater influence over him. Due to Societal Castration Johnny doesn't know what to do, doesn't know who to joke about or who to poke fun at without the risk of pissing off everyone around him. He is not scared but knows its not worth the risk. It's the old mantra of if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all. Sometimes something funny isn't always nice. Sigh.....