The mistake is that many people consider anarchism as inherently anti hierarchical, as opposed to anti coercive.
I listen to my doctor's advice because he knows more than me, creating a natural hierarchy, but I wouldn't allow him to make decisions without my consent, as that would be coercive.
Hierarchical relationships are completely compatible with anarchy, so long as they are voluntary to both enter and leave.
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The mistake is that many people consider anarchism as inherently anti hierarchical, as opposed to anti coercive.
I listen to my doctor's advice because he knows more than me, creating a natural hierarchy, but I wouldn't allow him to make decisions without my consent, as that would be coercive.
Hierarchical relationships are completely compatible with anarchy, so long as they are voluntary to both enter and leave.