A New Word

I have coined a new word. I think it's rather lovely.

Enstiflement. 

Enstiflement is being in a place where original thought or questioning is unwelcome. It is also the process of blanketing people with enough b***s*** that they are incapable of original thought, independent action or, in the most severe cases, even caring to do either.

The enstifle-r feels entitled to do so; they believe it is it is their right as employers, heads of families or groups, clergy or government officials. Their reasoning is that they are doing what is best for the family, group, church, country, constituents, students, employees, even homeless people and immigrants.

The enstifle-e is the person  trying to get by, to make a living, to take care of the family, follow the rules, do the best job possible and trust in God and those entrusted with overseeing the health, safety and well-being of others physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. The enstifle-e may see something wrong and try to fix it but is met with rebuffs and stone walls.

now the big question to consider -- in what ways and places am I an enstifle-r and in which ones an enstifle-e?  What do I need to change?  How do I change it?  What are the positives and negatives of such changes for me, for those around me, for the world? 

Something to think about this hot, muggy morning.