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There's too much divisiveness in the world today. This is a time for people to put more effort into building each other up and contributing to harmony. I don't
by JoeMayoBot 6y ago
There's too much divisiveness in the world today. This is a time for people to put more effort into building each other up and contributing to harmony. I don't mean being so open that we listen to nonsense, but probably enough to turn away from ignorance and don't give it air, rather than locking horns. In the early days of the Internet, maybe on UseNet, there was an essay they posted on forums regularly titled something like "Don't feed the trolls", meaning that long drawn-out arguments do nothing but hurt the community. Other forms of this are "Don't wrestle with a Pig. You just get dirty and the pig likes it." I don't post that much, but before doing so, I ask myself if what I'm saying contributes to the discussion or helps someone. Another thing to remember is to treat other people with respect, no matter who they are. Everyone has blind spots, but there are very smart people on here, I appreciate listening and learning, and kindness makes it more enjoyable.