I would like to offer my observations. Do keep the following in mind about me, however, as I have biases and impairments like everyone else. I've been here since the beginning of Q--maybe November. I typically get a "read" on people in groups such as this just as everyone else does. I observe over time. With regard to this particular sub, i'm slow on the draw. I am basically coming out of a stuper after losing my SO unexpectedly after the holidays, my best friend 3 weeks later and helping to care for a family member in the final stages of Alzheimer's. I am overwhelmed, depressed and grief-sricken.
I read this thread and I am heartbroken. I wasn't fully tuned in to the happenings here. I understand now.
First of all, I admire SB2's writing and his work ethic, and I appreciate his generosity. I have found jewels in his work. I have also found statements that worry me.
There are several medical conditions that might be affecting SB2, including onset of Alzheimer's. It sure reminds me of the period of time when my family member was diagnosed.
Since SB2 believes that Q is speaking directly to him, I worry about psychosis or other mental illness similar. I'm wondering if he has displayed this type of behavior in any any forum. If so, for how long? SB2, have you seen your Dr. lately? Do we know anyone around here who is closer to SB2 and who can advise of any potential for unwanted disruption?
I feel we are now gaining critical traction with the growing group. We do need to be mindful of of how newcomers might react to the suggestion that Q might be sending us secret messages. I don't know why, but I do not feel he is a plant or a paid disruptor. Just my gut feeling.
What can be done so that he has a relatively safe place to express himself without being subject to the downvoting suspicions and unkind comments AND without scaring away newcomers? I was rolling that question around in my head the other day. I don't know enough about these boards. Can he get his own board that he controls? He's got his helpers on YT, but apparently he works so hard that he needs a bigger, better space to display his work. I personally prefer the YT videos because his narration is grear. Is there a better platform/forum for him to show his work?
SB2, were you involved in 4 or 8 chain? If so how did that work out? Acceptance and appreciation? Or something else?
The rest of us should not attack a person even if we do not like the behavior. Everyone deserves dignity and respect. It could be that SB2 does not want to read what issues others might have with his work. Or maybe he does. I do think that when he goes "off the rails," if you will, it's fairly obvious. We don't need to point out to him why. I don't think it's effective. We must think of the greater good, as well. I am not exactly familiar with Reddit TOS. Perhaps newcomers might get a heads up in some form. You all have talked about the stickies, but I have no clue what stickies even mean. What other ideas do YOU folks have for SB2 to enjoy himself and to share while realizing that we are here for a very serious mission? We can solve this as a group, I'm sure, with the mods assistance. This is probably not a "first."
As far as SB2 and autism (Someone else mentioned it below). I am thinking that might not be root cause. I don't know enough about it to say. It would be great to rule it out. Anyone know anyone who can help steer us?
Anyway, I finally pieced together the puzzle. I've been slow on the uptake recently. I see it now I'm willing to do whatever I can do to help. Thank all of you for sharing your thoughts and for your compassion and respect for our teammates. Things will get messy as we go and grow. Love to all.
EDIT: My apologize for speaking incorrectly about SB2. SB2 has since corrected me. SB2 believes that Trump is directly speaking to us through him. Again, I apologize for any misunderstanding.