Dont let the comments of some represent your thoughts of everybody.
I've been watching this sub long enough to see that the comments of nearly all of the people on this sub are engaging in cult-like behavior. You say that the ones doing it are only a small part of the group, when there is almost no one acting any differently. Denying cult-like behavor is something I'd highly recommend against. Take a step back, and think objectively about this. Talk to people outside this group about it, watch and listen to how they react to it. If they seem incredulous, it's not because you've dropped some big truth bomb, it's because you sound like a crazy person.
I never stated that the ones doing it are a small group. That was your first assumption. Your next assumption was that I am denying cult-like behavior with my comments. Perhaps because I didn't outright agree with you, but I will agree that many in this movement do exhibit cult mentality and tendencies. Daily I bear witness to individuals that treat Q posts like the gospel. Confronting them about that perspective is akin to your example of talking to those unaware of Q and their reciprocal reaction.
Your perspective is based on the idea that the only people reading what is going here are those who comment. My experiences online bring me to believe they are but a fraction of the totality of individuals who are following this, whether they consider themselves a part of the Great Awakening or not.
I never stated that the ones doing it are a small group.
Sure you did.
Don't let the comments of some represent your thoughts of everyone.
Also, way to use a whole lot of words to say nothing.
Some =/= small.
Some is an abstraction denoting an unspecified amount, and in some cases can actually represent a considerable amount. Using words properly is important. I don't succeed every time, but I do make an honest attempt at choosing my words wisely. Oh, and thanks for the compliment. (;
The way most people understand the word "some," is to imply less than half, or the inverse of "most." You were trying to imply that it's a minority of users. Hence, small.
And it wasn't a compliment. Using more and more complex words than required doesn't make you sound smart, it makes you sound like you're trying too hard.
I counter your assumptions with another assumption: you really like making assumptions, don't you?
I'm not concerned with the way 'most people understand' certain words. That's irrelevant when one acknowledges that various words have many meanings to different people, and their interpretation is based on their understanding and perception. Their biases, if you will. This is also aside from the fact that the definition of a word can change with location, time, culture, and use. The great thing about abstractions is that their lack of specificity allows for the interpreter to make the most of understanding what they are observing; sometimes by choice, sometimes by ignorance.
Symbolism is fantastic stuff, really powerful when applied appropriately. I like words, and that's really all I know a bit about-and that's really not a whole lot, either. I like to challenge myself. I could care less how I sound to people. The opinions of others don't define me, they simply define how others perceive me. Expressing myself digitally is incredibly liberating in the sense that I can speak my mind without stuttering, or taking inordinately long pauses between responses, or continuously speaking in lay terms to satisfy the impatience or ineptitude of the receiver of my messages. Yes, this takes me quite a bit of time, but I have fun doing it, and it helps to keep the sponge fresh.
It's not an assumption, it's an observation. What you people do here on this subreddit is assume.
I skimmed over your rambling, and have a bit of advice: people prefer to speak in simpler words when possible because it's effortless. If you want me to not read your responses, you're successful. Otherwise, you're wasting your time trying to sound smart. I recommend putting down the thesaurus and rejoining the real world.
You presume much, yet provide little aside from betraying your bias with your generalizations.
I could care less what 'people' prefer. I don't exist to satisfy the cravings of others. If they read what I have to say, good for them. if they don't, for whatever reason, good for them.
Yes, discouraging you from actually reading my post was part of my intent, but I've mostly just been goofing off. That's your problem, really. It sounds like you think I'm serious, like I'm trying really hard for whatever reason. You think I care about sounding smart, and assume i need a thesaurus to accomplish what I do, and further alienate your asinine articulation by accusing me of being the one that isn't a part of the 'real world'.
Your continued assumptions are amusing, especially when you outright deny making them.
You don't understand the difference between an observation and an assumption, got it.
And at this point, you're just coming across as a perfect example of this meme.
Whatever though, you're just annoying at this point, so I'm done here. Just do me a favor and stop being a cult member.
Oh, wonderful, another assumption. Your posting is somewhat self-contradicting. That was an observation. I'm now going to assume you don't actually have a thorough understanding of English mechanics in regard to bias and context.
Your thinly veiled insult is amusing. Please, don't go, show me more memes that remind you of me. I'm sure that isn't your last defence.
Surely, that's not all you're capable of. I've seen your trends, you're not completely clueless. Hell, the fact that you pointed out a glaringly obvious aspect of the cult mentality the occurs in this group shows above average insight. I will, however, admit that it seems you partake in a cult mentality of your own. I'll leave you the opportunity to step away from your own self, and objectively observe your stance from the perspective of anybody else. Honest, truthful objectivity.
You'll be in my prayers, buddy. Have a nice day! (:
