What are the pros and cons of conformism, ruthlessness and complacency?

Conformity, ruthlessness and complacency are all derogatory.

Conformity (y ě n x ú n sh ǒ u ji ǒ): conformism, lack of innovation, ruthlessness and lack of innovation spirit. From the Preface of Han Shu and Li Xun.

Stick to the rules, also known as "stick to the rules." During the Warring States Period, Mo Zhai (Jimozi) was good at guarding the city, and the world called him "Moshou". Later, "sticking to the rules" means sticking to one's own opinions and staying the same. Wang Qing-Tao's On the Remains of the Urn and the Ancient Jewish Calendar: "So far, China and France are not as close as the western part of France. What is this? The cover is not specialized, and the rate is rigidly adhered to the law, failing to introduce new ears. "

Stand still, idioms, metaphors stick to the rules, do not strive for progress, remain unchanged.

"Sticking to the rules" and "standing still" both mean "sticking to the rules and not seeking progress or innovation". And "sticking to the rules" focuses on stubbornly following the old routine and refusing to improve; The key to "standing still" is not to make progress.