The Necessity of Rules

Rules exist because humans are terrible at sharing. Seriously. Back in college,

five roommates and zero rules meant total chaos in the kitchen. My leftovers were

stolen three times in two weeks. It was almost a war zone. Then we made

rules. A chore chart and food labeling changed everything overnight. Rules make life

predictable. Without traffic laws, your morning commute is a demolition derby.

Property rules let us build businesses. Contract rules allow us to make deals safely.

Rules give us freedom. They are the manual that lets millions of strangers

cooperate.