If you’re looking for a way to reset the way you analyze media, the National Association for Media Literacy Education is a fantastic place to start.
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Stop letting him live rent free in your head. None of what you think you need to know about him or his motivations matters. Continue to block him everywhere you can, and block his friend(s) too. When you see him in public, be polite and neutral. No jabs, no arguing. If he tries to get a reaction from you, just say, “Okay. I’ve got some…stuff....... 1 reply
Making an argument to protect purveyors of pedophile works while also condemning pedophiles (who also enjoy the works you seem to covet) is top tier dumbassery. Like, at least make your venting logical.
What you’ll find is that most sane Americans (I know you said Westerners, but I can tell you meant Americans. I say that b/c the royals of the U...... reply
I’m not sure about what country you’re in, but developing a solid social network takes time and patience no matter where you are. You’re not the only person feeling isolated, and it helps to know that. The best thing I can tell you to maybe help with the anxiety is to keep doing the things that make you anxious. I know that seems counterintu...... reply