This set of rules aims to maintain order and continuity on the "Record Path"—that chain of observable results. The protocol prioritizes collective harmony and protecting the "Static Armor" over individual interests. As long as it's not questioned, it guarantees individuals move forward in inaction. Inside the "Straightforward Time Corridor of Unconsciousness."
Here's a modern example. Hierarchical etiquette and behavior rules in large, established companies.
Rooted Rule: No matter how talented an employee is, it's expected that only the highest-level executive speaks in meetings. Or there's a strict order of titles and address in formal emails. This is mandatory.
Protocol's Function: These rules are unwritten, first-applied protocols that determine the company's behaviors and formal relationships. Their goal? Preserve the "Cosmic Pause." Maintain corporate inertia. Strengthen the "Static Armor." Suppress individual rebellion potential.
So, here's the deeper truth. The Old Protocol is the DNA of hierarchy. The nameless law that forbids questioning. The Old Protocol means "that's just how it is." You don't ask "why?" You get the answer, "It's always been this way." And that's considered enough. Because tradition isn't questioned. It's obeyed. You submit to this. Every day. Without noticing. Because the system is invisible. Not written down, but everyone knows. Because it's not "official," it's "culture."
A meeting is the theater of hierarchy. You're in a company meeting. 10 people. You're the youngest, newest, but smartest. You have an idea that could save the company. You want to speak.
You don't speak. Because the protocol says: Manager speaks first. Then assistant manager. Then senior employee. You're last, if you're given permission. But permission isn't given. Because "you lack experience." Because "know your place." Because "you'll speak when it's your turn." Your idea? Doesn't matter. What matters is you knowing your place. That's the Old Protocol.
Email is the literature of address. You're writing an email. Recipient is a senior executive. What do you write? "Dear Mr./Ms. X, Esteemed Manager, Your High Attention..." You have to start like this. Because protocol. Jumping straight in is rude. Writing "Hi" is disrespectful. Even "X Bey" isn't enough. It has to be "Dear X Bey." Then content: "I humbly submit, I respectfully request, if you permit..." Slave language. But mandatory. Because hierarchy. Is this absurd? Yes. But everyone does it. If you don't, you're "uncultured." Your career ends.
The hierarchical chain murders ideas. There's a problem. You know the solution. But you can't email the CEO directly. You have to tell your manager first. They tell the assistant manager. They tell the general manager. They tell the CEO. Your idea passes through four layers. At each layer, it changes a little. Gets softened. Gets politicized. By the time it reaches the top, the original idea is gone. Or it won't reach at all. Because one level up will claim, "This is my idea." Your contribution forgotten. That's the Old Protocol. Hierarchy protects authority, not efficiency.
"Know your place" philosophy. This is the most toxic part. They say, "Know your place." What does that mean? "You're a slave, accept it." They say, "Your turn will come..." It never comes. Because the system isn't programmed to give turns. It's programmed to maintain hierarchy. You'll work 10 years. Maybe 15. Then "your turn will come." Then you'll tell those below, "Know your place." The cycle continues.
Does the protocol change? It changes. But very slowly. And only if those at the top change it. Those at the bottom can't. Because "the authority to change the protocol" is written in the protocol itself. And that authority is at the top. The system is programmed to protect itself. Self-sustaining. A self-feeding chain.
Today's "flat hierarchy" lie. Startups now say "flat hierarchy." "Everyone's equal, everyone can speak!" Lie. Founders are still on top. They make decisions. You can "give ideas," but they "approve." Hierarchy exists, just softened. "Call me by my first name!" they say. "Not 'Mr. Ahmet,' just 'Ahmet'!" Nice. But who decides your salary? Who fires you? Who makes the final call? Ahmet. The protocol didn't change. Just got cosmetic surgery.
Why doesn't anyone rebel? Because rebelling is career suicide. Because finding a job is hard. Because there are bills. Rent. Family. You say, "The protocol is absurd." True. But you can't change it. Because you're alone. Collective action needed. But there is no collective action. Because everyone's afraid. Fear is the strongest protocol. Not written, but everyone knows: Rebels get fired.
Old Protocol and aging systems. The older the company, the stricter the protocol. IBM. General Electric. Government institutions. Their protocols are very strict. Because very old. Newer companies are more flexible. Google. Meta. Startups. But they'll age too. Their protocols will harden. Because every system produces protocols over time. To protect itself.
The cycle is unbreakable. Human organization means hierarchy. Hierarchy brings protocol. Protocol demands obedience. This trio is always together. You can't break it. Because human nature. We want power. Want superiority. Want control. The Old Protocol is this institutionalized. And it will last forever.
So, here's my question to you. You stay silent in meetings. Write "Dear" in emails. Obey hierarchy. Why? Because the Old Protocol. Because "it's always been this way." Because you can't change it. Accept it. Or leave. No other way. And I know, you won't leave. Because bills. That's the power of the Old Protocol. It can't hold you, but it won't let you go either. Now go. Write that "Dear Manager" email. And I know, inside, you'll be crying.
Full Audiobook: https://t.me/Ahmet_dll
The Philosophical Framework: https://open.spotify.com/show/033k75hFqJcKEdYWISZsEe?si=a99648fc36f24d6c
Audiobook: https://open.spotify.com/show/1EV32amRIfygWzrmuIqHKU?si=7f31fc570a484bb6
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