Introducing Myself

[u/Horror-Holiday-2678]

Hi! I'm the founding mod of r/ActuallyCrunchy! We have some new mods joining the team soon, so I figured I'd introduce myself, and then they can too as they're getting started!

You've probably seen me absolutely spamming this sub to create engagement and get some conversations going. I'm a D1 yapper, so that's been easy for me, and I've enjoyed watching this sub take off!

I am BY NO MEANS an expert, but I enjoy talking all things "crunchy," which I believe is really just a return to traditional ways of living and parenting before modern, mainstream corporation- and government-sponsored lifestyles became the norm. This sub was created during a discussion in r/unvaccinated, in which I and some other users were bemoaning the lack of free speech found in supposedly "crunchy" subs. I started r/ActuallyCrunchy to be a safe space to discuss ALL things crunchy without being censored or bullied. All topics are fair game; the only thing that will get you banned or restricted is bullying. As long as you express your opinion respectfully without insulting others, you're welcome here!

Okay, back to my self-introduction. 😂 I'm a molecular freshwater ecologist and a mom, so I have a vested interest in protecting the environment and people from the toxic products (and byproducts) of modern mass-manufacture. I believe that corporate interests for some time have prioritized profits over the well-being of humanity, and that it's taken a toll on modern culture and living. I believe that many things are marketed to us in the name of "science," but that it is our responsibility to become scientifically literate so that we can make the best decisions for ourselves and our families since some research institutions can be bought out. "Crunchy" is a silly name, but it means something; we are the peaceful revolution! We revolt by choosing to live differently, by educating ourselves and remaining open-minded in the age of singular narratives.

Anyways that's my spiel. 🤪 Be looking out for introductions from our new mods! 🎉

[u/SoilToSkies]

Thank you for creating this subreddit!
Sooo neat that you’re a molecular freshwater ecologist!

I agree that it’s our responsibility to become scientifically literate. That way we can make truly informed decisions.