You Can't Do That!

It's interesting how people react to the phrase "You can't do that!".

Some of us heed it as a warning. Danger - imminent threat. A strictly enforced rule. Perhaps a declaration of lack of confidence in your abilities. This group falls in line - doesn't make waves. They heed convention. They listen to pollsters. They follow the rules.

Others see it as a challenge. Just because no one has done it before, doesn't mean it can't be done. Because someone has failed at this doesn't mean we won't be successful. Just because we're breaking a convention doesn't mean it is still a good practice.

Challenging the status quo isn't always wrong. Sometimes it's the only right thing to do.

What's your reaction to "You can't do that!"?