It's lonely to be really radical. Nobody wants to be uncomfortable and think about uncomfortable things all the time. Or to be lectured or asked to read. Have you ever asked someone to read a book - or even an article? It's like you're Rumpel-flipping-stiltskin! I didn't ask for your first born mate, I just wanted to discuss this article from The New Yorker, sheesh!
I guess what I'm saying is that the last few years have been incredibly isolating. I've lost a lot of friends due to various reasons. But interestingly, in a separate unrelated process I've become increasingly radicalized. It's the oddest thing to be at the apex of loneliness yet feel the most like changing every systemic structure oppressing humanity. I'm not at all sure how to deal with that situation.
Anyway, another brilliant piece as always! Thank you!
It’s like everyone I know is at E and I’m at S and instead of saying good for you for making it to S they say what are you doing there?? You were supposed to stop at E. (I guess E stands for Enough). It’s depressing how many people I know can’t even get activated let alone radicalized. It’s been incredibly isolating. I know I just need to make more friends who are radicalized and build community with more radicalized people but I have some extenuating circumstances which limit my ability to do that well. So I’m very lonely. I’m grateful for online spaces honestly. Thank you for your work. It’s so important and meaningful. ❤️
It's lonely to be really radical. Nobody wants to be uncomfortable and think about uncomfortable things all the time. Or to be lectured or asked to read. Have you ever asked someone to read a book - or even an article? It's like you're Rumpel-flipping-stiltskin! I didn't ask for your first born mate, I just wanted to discuss this article from The New Yorker, sheesh!
I guess what I'm saying is that the last few years have been incredibly isolating. I've lost a lot of friends due to various reasons. But interestingly, in a separate unrelated process I've become increasingly radicalized. It's the oddest thing to be at the apex of loneliness yet feel the most like changing every systemic structure oppressing humanity. I'm not at all sure how to deal with that situation.
Anyway, another brilliant piece as always! Thank you!
Yes, yes, yes! Thank you so much for this incredibly astute and succinct lesson! 🙌🏽❤️
It’s like everyone I know is at E and I’m at S and instead of saying good for you for making it to S they say what are you doing there?? You were supposed to stop at E. (I guess E stands for Enough). It’s depressing how many people I know can’t even get activated let alone radicalized. It’s been incredibly isolating. I know I just need to make more friends who are radicalized and build community with more radicalized people but I have some extenuating circumstances which limit my ability to do that well. So I’m very lonely. I’m grateful for online spaces honestly. Thank you for your work. It’s so important and meaningful. ❤️
Wow, this was an invaluable read! So much work and thinking to do.
All. Of. THIS! Thank you deeply. Love you hugely!
Deep Thanks for this necessary essay. I hope everyone who reads this will post it everywhere!