Consciously Conforming...?

I went to CVS last night in search of the infamous egg. Yes, the chap-stick in the shape of an egg that seems to be a popular possession for many Buckley students. Since I love chap-stick and a friend sold me on how good it was, I couldn't help but want it. As I was searching the aisles, back and forth and back and forth, it dawned on me that I could be conforming to the standard at Buckley which is to have this egg-shaped chap-stick. For a moment, I thought back to English class and our conformity essay, and mine in particular. I remembered that conforming only becomes dangerous if one does so unconsciously. So, I readdressed the situation and concluded that I wanted this chap-stick for it's benefits of soothing my lips, if ever they were to get chap. Since, I was aware of the benefits and aware of my desire for it, I decided that the final purchase of the egg was perfectly okay. Low and behold... they were OUT! Although, I walked away without the chap-stick, I was happy to have gone through a thorough reflection of my purchase if it were to happen.
Nevertheless, I am happy that we were forced to brainstorm conformity and to really take our analysis to different heights. I will now and forever look out to see if I am conforming, and if I am doing so consciously or unconsciously.