It's unfortunately natural for individuals to defend the status quo with zero forethought, and for the sake of the perception of harmony. It's typical behaviour that extends across all mammals.

As one node in the network, I would say, if you find yourself craving in-group status, or recognise yourself batting down at the out-group for their criticisms, I suggest that you reassess whether or not you understand the core principles on which the cypherpunks founded Bitcoin. It's a shield, buffering the individual from the unthinking, uncaring, irrational behaviour of the group mind.