Photo taken during my visit in Stockholm last September (2017) where artist Mattias Norström bent a flag pole in front of Kulturhuset (The House of Culture).
Rules made by men can be bent because human are vulnerable, subjective and flexible. Who you know matters that can help you with just about anything.
I have a prickly habit that following the rules is a must otherwise I fear there would be chaos; and yet winners take courage to bend the rules to make a statement, to grow, or to achieve a dream.
Knowing someone is like winning a Willy Wonka ticket to get in the chocolate factory; but don't be fooled, it is our talent that keeps us in the desired circle, takes growth to stay relevant, takes perseverance to be wealthy, and finally takes surrender to live in peace.