Definitely. And at times, I think I probably was one. Have definitely been called out for various stupid, privileged behavior. Have striven to turn those experiences into teachable moments, always introspecting on how I can be better!
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Replying to @micahgallen
I have definitely been that guy. But they’re the worst, so I’m not playing their way ever again
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Replying to @PsychScientists
Yes, my new political engagement philosophy is to stand my ground, de-escalate whenever possible, appeal to better natures, but recognize when i'm just playing a puppet role in someone else's 5-minute hate production.
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Replying to @micahgallen @PsychScientists
It feels weird to actively 'reinforce' one's filter bubble via aggressive muting, but with the state of modern discourse in many cases you are really just making things worse. They drag you down with punch emotive one liners and refuse to listen.
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Replying to @micahgallen
Counterpoint: you may never convince the main person, but occasionally a bystander learns something.
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Replying to @PsychScientists @micahgallen
Life is short and quality of life matters. I respect those who try to engage hate flingers but I will never be one of them.
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Replying to @Nebula63 @micahgallen
I was about to add, it’s hard work and if they’re arguing in bad faith there’s nothing to do. I get bored and pick fights sometimes though
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One thing is certain: The gender & race based defamation of individuals observed in this thread will not provide us with any deeper understanding about the emergence and dynamics of polarisation & xenophobia in individuals and societies.
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Replying to @FredHasselman @PsychScientists and
It's Rational Bro! Sup, dude?
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