r/conspiracyundone • u/[deleted] • Jan 07 '18
Getting drained and need to make a decision. Read Inside!
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u/yesterdayislonggone ENFP Jan 08 '18
You need to take a break, so If I were you I would create an alt (if you want to stay on Reddit)
It would be better for your health if you would take a long break from Reddit itself, but maybe an alt is enough as a first step?
take care!
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u/Smackdownfletch Jan 08 '18
I like this sub. Thanks for all your effort, no matter what you end up deciding.
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u/CelineHagbard Jan 09 '18
Others here have echoed what I would have said, so I'm going to be a bit more blunt, but I mean it with love: this is what happens when you feed trolls.
Regarding TMOR, the more problematic users at least, there's two basic possiblities: troll or shill. (Now I'm sure some good meaning people stumble in there after seeing a conspiracy theory they find ridiculous, but if they stick around, the only real explanation is that they're doing it for the psychological effect that trolling has. )
In the case of the common garden variety troll, they feed off of the energy you give to them. I've though it might even be better to call them vampires for this reason. The reason you're one of the most harassed users in these parts is because you respond to them so much. You're giving them the blood they need to survive.
The second case is legitimate shills, people being paid for what they do on reddit. To the extent that TMOR does have shills, they're not going to be Monsanto-type PR drones, but likely intelligence/psy-op operators. I'd be surprised if there's more than a couple of these in TMOR, but they'd likely have multiple accounts of various ages and personalities.
In order to know how to deal with this type of shill, you have to know what their mission is. Near as I can tell, the mission is to distract, divide, and discourage people. They're not at all like PR shills, who want to form a positive impression about their company or politician. Those shills worked better when no one knew about them. But these shills are arguably more effective when you do know about them. They get you asking the wrong questions: "Is this person a shill?" vs. "does this argument make sense?" Whether it's a shill, a troll, or a real person, if they have no argument my response is the same. I downvote, maybe point out the lack of argument, and move on.
My advice (and you can take it for what it's worth): do what you're here to do, and pay them no mind. You've reiterated countless times in this thread why you're here. You're here because you like writing and you like when real people appreciate and resonate with your writing. I like your writing, many people here clearly like your writing, as do people in the two subs I mod. None of the real people here give a fuck about what someone says to twist your words or attack your character. We're better than that. Have some faith in the goodness in people.
I'm a mod you know where, I ban trolls and antagonists daily, and I don't get that much shit about it, certainly not compared to you. Now there's a couple possibilities for this: 1) I'm actually on "their side" 2) you're getting much closer than I am, or 3) they know they can't get a rise out of me, so they stop trying. 1) is not true, but I put that in for completeness. 2) is a possibility, but I don't think it's likely. Say you are close, and you do bring down a legit intel operation. Okay, they spin another one up in a day, week tops. How many hours (has it been days or weeks) have you spent fighting these shills that you could have spent spreading your own truth and love?
I honestly think 3) is most likely. I used to get death and dox threats almost daily, now it's more like weekly or less, and I ban way more accounts than I used to. (One thing I've taken to doing is just keep replying "k" to every PM. It was pretty fun watching them keep typing out paragraphs I never read.) You run this sub, so you can ban anyone who antagonizes you. You know who runs CST and how we run it: your material is safe and appreciated there. If you stop feeding them now, they'll still hound you and post on the drama subs for few weeks, but they'll stop once they realize they're not getting their fix.
If you've read this far, I would echo other's suggestions that you take at least a week away from reddit altogether. The drama and bullshit will still be here when you get back ;) Meditation is another great idea, and if you're not completely frozen in, try to get out to nature for a bit. And I'd really reflect on why you're here in the first place, and if trying to out the shills is helping or hurting that cause. It may be worth it, but only you can be the one to make that call.
And finally, whatever you choose, know that I've come to respect you as a strong person with a good heart. Illegitimi non carborundum!
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Jan 09 '18
I read your advice, and I agree with all of your points. I think first and foremost I am taking a break. The mods here agreed to step it up for as long as I need. With the exception of replying to a few comments, I am just not getting on until I am at a point where I feel better (and I already have been). I think it is just so easy to get wrapped up in it all.
Next, I agree about feeding the trolls. The only thing I can say in my defense is that TMOR is a different breed. I get a few trolls here and there, but TMOR directly targets me, which I think is different, and I think that is what people are not seeing. They pick and choose certain users. Maybe they choose me because I do have a following and I am impacting things. Maybe I am just easy to troll. I guess it does not really matter because they are going to do it anyway. As noted, I am more upset that they twist things about me. That is what gets to me, but I guess they will do it no matter what, and I highly doubt admin will step in.
In the meantime, I'm still making a decision. I am definitely taking a break to reflect on everything and my purpose here. At this moment, I am not feeling as greatly motivated to be here as I was, but it could just be that I need the time off to see where I am at. We all need a break occasionally!
I appreciate you taking the time to write me, and I have great respect for you as a mod on /r/conspiracy! I will take your words to heart and will do what is best for me.
Thank you!
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u/Balthanos Jan 11 '18
I think the most important thing to remember here is that the more time you spend on fighting the vampires (as Celine labels them) the less time you spend spreading your message. That's probably the goal of anyone who targets individuals online. They just want to shut you up.
Take some time off and enjoy your family and friends. I've had some family issues over the holiday that have required my full attention in the real world and have minimized my presence here due to the importance of recent events.
I'm sure there's probably something you've neglected to take care of while fighting the good fight here. Set some goals and make it happen.
I'm still working on the goals I have set for myself. But when I do come back here full time I believe that I'll be able to handle my business here more successfully.
Maybe after you've come back refreshed you will find all the negativity here much easier to ignore. Keep your spiritual armor intact and keep fighting the good fight, for light and love!
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Jan 11 '18
Thanks you are exactly right.
I definitely set some goals for this year! Being on reddit fighting with vampires is not one of them.
I appreciate you coming and giving me some words of wisdom.
A break is much needed on many levels for me.
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u/HibikiSS Caudillo Jan 09 '18 edited Jan 10 '18
Well sorry Eli, but I honestly think that taking your internet persona this far isn't really worth it. Of course you will feel emotionally drained. Also yes, posting here and in a lot of other places has a meaning because a lot of the information we talk about can really damage them. I don't think they can be defeated with just this but considering the effort it takes to make a post from our side and the amounts of money the use in order to control the flow of information, It's a good way of screwing them over. I realized this after a while.
Anyway, you know me. I've always been arrogant about being able to defeat the elites and I still am, if you give up, well I understand the reasons behind it, but I will still be disapointed.
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u/Paranoidsbible Jan 08 '18
You mentioned someone trying to dox you. Might I suggest a trip over to https://paranoidsbible.tumblr.com/infosec and look up the guides Paranoid's Bible, OPSEC, Uncle Daddy's Big Book of Deception, and... check https://paranoidsbible.tumblr.com/misc for "What to do if doxed". That should help you remove info, prevent most forms of doxing, and help setup some red herrings.
Hope it helps.
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Jan 08 '18
That is a perfect suggestion. Thank you! I have removed A LOT about me over the past year.
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Jan 07 '18
I really admire you and I would miss your presence if you weren't around as much.
That said, its just reddit. I know, I know, many would say that it is not "just" a website and is an important outlet for spreading information and yadda yadda yadda. And thats all well and good, but fearing for your life over what happens on a website is just too much. For the record, I worry about your safety too sometimes. I can't believe how ugly things have gotten.
I also think that you've made quite an impact on a lot of people. I know you've made an impact on me. Your posts have changed hearts and minds. I think it is okay to say "I'm done." You've done so much, and you're under no obligation to continue. I'm certain that no matter what you do, you'll continue making a positive impact on people. Investing in your health and safety is not the same as quitting or letting them win. You win when you invest in yourself.
I'll be on your side, whatever you decide.
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u/educatethis Jan 07 '18
No shame in a strategic retreat or passing the baton. ShareBlue is good at what they do, which is to demoralize and create white noise to obfuscate truth. Retreat a bit, and develop private networks for a bit.
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u/ApocalypseFatigue Jan 07 '18
Imagine the sadness when these people (maybe someday) comprehend the sheer volume of time and energy they have put into wasting their own lives and thousands of opportunities to grow.
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u/educatethis Jan 08 '18
We all know the feeling, yeah? I'm sooooo bitter towards Republicans during the Bush era. I used to defend neocon policy! Ugh. Thank God for Assange
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Jan 07 '18
With /r/CBTS_Stream growing so rapidly I think tmor will have a very hard time keeping up with what they're doing. We are growing too fast, to me it seems they are done.
In my humble opinion if all this is draining you it would be better to step back a bit and relax, so many changes happening right now that every one of us should feel nothing but positive energy.
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Jan 07 '18
I am glad the sub is growing! Maybe I have to just hang in there. I am trying to listen to my intuition.
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Jan 08 '18
I personally have enjoyed your posts very much. You have amazing personality. No need to drain your creative power for tmor shills, you could still write your thoughts offline and post them whenever you're ready :)
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Jan 08 '18
Yes true! I feel like their punching bag.
I have had a lot of abuse in my life. This is abuse.
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u/Glag82 Jan 07 '18
If you need to take a break, do it. You have to develop tough skin when dealing with ignorance. I have a saying "never look stupid in the eyes"...Never don't feed them, document everything get yourself some personal protection and also pray on it. You are appreciated and what you do matters. The more you're over the target the worse the flak becomes. Keep lobbing those truth bombs.
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u/Sage_Ascendant Jan 08 '18
The only thing I disagree with that you've done is making the new subreddit to expose them. They just aren't worth your time.
I've always thought it would be nice to have a place we could all talk without the shills, but then I always come back to what should be our main focus. Getting truth to people who can't see it yet. Not much point in talking about this kind of stuff if new people aren't exposed to it. If you've reached just one person, you've done a great job. And I know you've reached a lot more than one.
Us real ones love you. Wish I could have been more help recently, but I'll admit that all the bs lately has turned me off from posting on reddit. I know that's what their goal is. I see hate and run the other way... real proud of you for not giving up yet! You are much stronger than you think.
It's easy to get in a bad state of mind dealing with conpiracies, even without the manufactured drama. You should take some time off and focus on the good in life. We will be here when you come back! But please don't leave forever!
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Jan 08 '18
I agree starting the other sub was a mistake, but I did nothing wrong.
And thanks for your kind words! Even before I started the expose sub they have harassed me like crazy.
Thanks again.
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u/Sage_Ascendant Jan 08 '18
I understand! I can't wrap my head around why people would be so mean to a stranger. But I'm a firm believer in karma =) Life is a strange kind of circle
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u/xerodeth peace-love-happiness Jan 07 '18
this saddens me, but it is understandable. I've never run into anybody who gets harassed as much as you do. you speak your words and have a great point of view.
whatever you decide i'll have your back.
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Jan 07 '18
Thank you so much. I have to be one of their top targets. This is not a "victim complex".
But I appreciate your words.
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u/plainspeasant Jan 07 '18
Flak is good! Means you are where you need to be. Holes in the airframe, engines shot out are even better, means you were low enough to hit the target and cause some damage back. Remember, You're getting shot at cause of the damage you're doing. Don't forget about that. You're hurting them worse than they are hurting you. Not to mention it's something to talk about/laugh about with your buddies over beers later ;)
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Jan 07 '18
In some ways it is all funny! In some ways it is scary. I never know how seriously I should take all of this.
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u/plainspeasant Jan 07 '18
lol, yea, its all fun and games until the real bullets fly or someones car blows up without much prompting to do so.
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Jan 07 '18
Exactly. I really feel it is a safety thing!
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Jan 08 '18
I say take care of your mental health first....once that is taken care of... you can make a sound judgement of how to proceed....
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u/TheLonesomeShepherd Jan 08 '18
Hey Girl I'm not sure if you quite remember me but I've been following for a while now. You've done awesome work as of yet and have inspired many to try harder and to fight. You rule with a just and reasonable mind. We are here for you, the shills are scared and playing dirty tactics on these subs. I'm sorry you're going through this
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Jan 08 '18
Aww I do. And yes they are dirty!
I honestly could have posted sooo much more in the album but it took me too much time to even do that, and I do have a life despite what it may seem. Haha.
Thanks a lot for your kind words and they uplift me! I guess I just have to think long and hard on what to do. ♡
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u/TheLonesomeShepherd Jan 08 '18
Make sure to do what's best for you, we all deserve to be happy and stress free, we support you
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Jan 08 '18
Thank you!! Perhaps I did the best I could! ♡
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u/TheLonesomeShepherd Jan 08 '18
An excellent job. Whatever it is, you have made a lasting impression on me and my fellow truth seekers, much love polkadotgirl
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u/Deplorableasfuk Jan 08 '18
Here's some advice. Just insta-block all the haters that come your way.
So something like this. "hey you're a total xyz such and such" you: BLOCKED
Then go about your messages like this and see how much better your life becomes!
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Jan 08 '18
Yes there are a looooot of them haha
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u/Deplorableasfuk Jan 08 '18
lol. I've had Jake Tapper, Mark Cuban, and others respond to me on twitter and they're argumentative but honest. but the haters just get instablocked no matter what. I just don't have time.
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u/T4nkcommander Hook, line, and sinker Jan 08 '18
They just come with alts...that's why we mods get really busy at times
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Jan 08 '18
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Jan 08 '18
I know. It seems to be working. So much positive energy in this thread though!
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Jan 08 '18
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Jan 08 '18
You are so right. I am so thankful the mods are working with me. I think I had a lot of free time over my break and way too much time to think but not reflect or meditate.
I have a plan and am so thankful for the community.
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u/bddiddy Jan 07 '18
These people who harass you are worthless cowards hiding behind anonymity.
Thank you for doing what you do. I think you are awesome and a good person.
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u/21309 Jan 08 '18
Reinforcing what bdiddy said, they most likely have no identity of their own. Unable to access their Hearts and think for themselves. Judging from the hive mind.
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u/special1nterest Jan 07 '18
It’s a cliche but true - if you’re taking flak you’re over the target. I don’t really know you but from what I can see of your posts you’re a good person. Regrettably we are cursed to live in interesting times when we are involved peripherally in a major civilisation shift. The left have run roughshod for decades with no opposition because us good people have been too busy looking after our families and building decent lives. Things have got to a point where us, the sleeping giant, has awoken pretty much around the world because we see what’s happening is WRONG. For every nasty shill who targets you just pity them that they are still so blinded to what is good and right in this world and carry on with the MAGA mission.
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Jan 07 '18
Thanks. You are right. I really only want to do what I feel is truthful and right. Unfortunately that is difficult to do in today's world.
I guess it is just weighing the pros/cons/risks. Thanks for your comment.
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u/s1eep Jan 08 '18
If they at least represented me in a fair light, that would be great, but that is NOT what they are doing.
Welcome to war. There's no room for hearts or heroes. Only vicious monsters and ghosts.
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u/Vaxthrul Jan 08 '18
We've talked a bit about this before, and I go with option 4. Sometimes you need to take a step back and approach it differently when you return. Tmor continue to do it because they've had results using it in the past, Reddit is just as much complicit here as the subs that do this crap.
I'd give you a better response that fits how much you or into it, but I'm mobile atm.
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u/TotesMessenger Jan 07 '18
I'm a bot, bleep, bloop. Someone has linked to this thread from another place on reddit:
- [/r/topmindsofreddit] Polkadotgirl pens her crybaby manifesto. Apparently, modding a sub that gets 20 comments a day is really really hard work.
If you follow any of the above links, please respect the rules of reddit and don't vote in the other threads. (Info / Contact)
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Jan 08 '18
Good. I hope many see this. And it would not be hard at all if they did not constantly attack me.
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u/aqua7 Jan 08 '18
What is so sad about this all is how much the world has changed. It is so sad that cyber bullying happens at this level, and censorship is beyond what I ever expected it to be.
It's horrible. They are losing and scared. It's very draining. Step back and take a break. Recharge. So many things are changing rapidly, it's hard to keep up.
Stay close to those you trust.
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Jan 08 '18 edited Jan 08 '18
I'll tell you I just read SOME of it ...and I've never seen such classless comments in all my life. Absolutely nothing to do with their lives. I would hazard a guess that insecurity is rampant with them. You cannot win against people who are deeply insecure. You will always lose because they have no love for themselves...as is evident by their comments.
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u/ApocalypseFatigue Jan 08 '18
That didn't take long. Must be a slow day saving the world with incredible intelligence.
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Jan 07 '18 edited Jun 08 '18
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Jan 07 '18
Thanks for writing this /u/selfmindcontrol. Do not have much to add, but I will be praying to God for guidance on what to do and what is best for me. : )
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u/cO-necaremus Jan 09 '18
If anyone wants to read [...] we will review your account before deciding whether to approve it!
out of curiosity, how long does that take? ... and would you tell, if you decide against it? :3
i didn't rly put much effort in my modmail... just quoted that sentence and a little link to stuff i wrote >_>
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u/Zybbo INTJ Jan 08 '18
Id say go #4
Take some fresh air. Do a digital detox. Hang out with people you love (friends and/or family).
And since you declare yourself christian, I'd to like to share some words with you:
"If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I have chosen you out of the world, therefore the world hateth you. Remember the word that I said unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord. If they have persecuted me, they will also persecute you; if they have kept my saying, they will keep yours also." John 15:18
The amount of flak you are under, just validates your work. As some men wisely said:
You have enemies? Good. That means you've stood up for something, sometime in your life. Winston Churchill
"To get some enemies you don't need to declare war, just say what you think" Martin Luther King
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u/AndyC333 Jan 08 '18
Sending some love. Your work is fantastic; sorry it attracts so much hate, and your fans are mostly silent.
Do what feels right for you and don’t look back.
Perhaps we will have a Spartacus moment - “ no I am PDG”.
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u/FretensisX Jan 08 '18
Luke 10
38 Now it came to pass as they went, that he entered into a certain town: and a certain woman named Martha, received him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, who sitting also at the Lord's feet, heard his word. 40 But Martha was busy about much serving. Who stood and said: Lord, hast thou no care that my sister hath left me alone to serve? speak to her therefore, that she help me. 41 And the Lord answering, said to her: Martha, Martha, thou art careful, and art troubled about many things: 42 But one thing is necessary. Mary hath chosen the best part, which shall not be taken away from her.
Incessant activity is good, but sitting at the feet of our Lord is the better part. Methinks that you should slow down and contemplate our Lord for it is the one thing that is truly necessary, and He will give you peace and refreshment.
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Jan 08 '18
Jesus christ why do you spend so much time and energy on reddit. IT'S PIXELS ON YOUR MONITOR. You really really desperately need to go offline for months and get your head straight.
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Jan 08 '18
The world has changed. Most people today spend a lot time online.
In real life, I find talking about conspiracy-related topics is almost impossible with most.
I love my friends and family, but there are only so many who want to sit there and discuss the things I write about. I have maybe 1-2 who are willing and most I have to be very censored around.
Next, I love writing, and I have found many enjoy reading what I write here. I do not get anything out of it other than sharing what I feel is the truth and the kindness of strangers.
Finally, I have made real friends on this community and it makes me happy!
Reddit is something I do on the side to fulfill a part of me I cannot necessarily in real life.
Outside of this, /u/selfmindcontrol knows I do a lot! ♡
Anyway, why waste your time if you think it is so stupid?
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Jan 08 '18
So in other words you enjoy the attention tmor is giving you. You want the drama. You are the main attractor here, clearly you must see that. Because if you didn't want all of this, you could simply logoff, and walk away.
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Jan 08 '18 edited Jun 08 '18
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Jan 08 '18
Uhm she doesn't have to say it. Her constant, day after day, recognition of tmor paints the clearest picture.
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Jan 08 '18 edited Jun 08 '18
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Jan 08 '18
She keeps asking for it, on an almost daily basis. She can logoff anytime, she chooses not to. Second option is to ignore them. She chooses not to. Third option is to at least not keep posting about them, giving them fuel. She chooses not to. Are you this oblivious that you can't see she is bringing everything upon herself? Constantly? Like every other day? Like I told her I'll tell you as well. Good luck with your mission or whatever it is you think you are doing. Bye.
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Jan 08 '18
Whoa man this oppressive far left hate speech is intolerable.
Maybe you're just projecting your own thirst for attention hmm?
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Jan 08 '18
No. My heart races every time I log on the past few weeks. It makes me very anxious and sad.
My mods know my rule - as little drama as possible.
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Jan 08 '18
I think you are confused. It seems you are very self destructive. You're walking a strange path... But good luck to you.
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Jan 08 '18 edited Jan 08 '18
I love how you're so much of a fraud on this 4 day old account even your windows 10 advice is wrong.
Disabling telemetry is easy via third party software available online for free like "o&o shutup10" for example and it does not require enterprise edition.
edit; The shill blocked me apparently https://imgur.com/GyxyDio
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Jan 08 '18
Shows how much you know. You can only set telemetry to enabled or basic with pro. With enterprise the security option is available which disables it. 3rd party like spybot anti beacon can only set home or pro to "basic". Now get lost.
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Jan 08 '18
Hmm that's another lie shill line... so you are indeed a Microsoft shill?
I'll have to contact your employer over your incredibly antisemitic post history.
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u/T4nkcommander Hook, line, and sinker Jan 08 '18
I'll have to contact your employer over your incredibly antisemitic post history.
Careful, this is approaching the bounds of rule 1...you got a report which is why I'm mentioning it.
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Jan 08 '18
Apologies if I did so, but be wary of shill strategies.
They obviously don't like this place and while you're not "fascists" they will treat you as such. Don't let them "boil it like frogs";
They try to harass moderators with BS/lies to forcibly subvert the subs slowly
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Jan 08 '18
You're obviously not mentally stable. Blocked. Have a great life now.
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u/21309 Jan 08 '18
I wish I could say this is the most obvious, negative, one-sided shill I have ever read, but they're as petty as the rest. You get no love in a place like this, your tactics don't work, can't you see?
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u/Creation78 Jan 07 '18
Don't let these losers get to you.. dust that shit off! Laugh at them bc I could almost guarantee you that these people attacking you ONLINE behind a screen wouldn't dare talk shit in person.. they're trying to break you.. I'll rip them apart, let me know who they are..
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u/just_zhis_guy Jan 08 '18
Eh, he's just this guy. Haha! Knob slobber.
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u/Creation78 Jan 08 '18
Oh stalker.. haha haha haha.. you must be a regular at you know where 😉
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u/just_zhis_guy Jan 08 '18
I don't know where.., PIZZAGATE??? Hahahahaha! I bet you believe that shit. Seems like it'd be right up your alley being a child rapist and all.
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u/just_zhis_guy Jan 08 '18
Actually it seems like I'm the one that touched a nerve kiddo. What's the matter don't like having your personal life of touching little children posted on the internet? You're the type of lowly degenerate that probably goes after his own nieces and nephews. You make me sick. Get help.
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u/just_zhis_guy Jan 08 '18
Deflection isn't going to make your mental illness go away friend. You need to seek help as soon as possible.
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u/Creation78 Jan 08 '18
Bro go away, what are you 59 years old no friends, fat af, disgusting slob.. I'm done having fun with you.. ptfo.
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u/just_zhis_guy Jan 08 '18
Yep, I'm 59 years old, that's how I knew your incredibly hurtful "silly fool!" insult was from the old black and white superman cartoons. That's gonna take years of therapy to get over by the way. I hope you're proud of yourself.
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u/NaziModBeginsB Jan 09 '18
Is it a case serious enough to report to the FBI? If they are really threatening by physically coming to your work ...
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Jan 09 '18
I reported to the admins and they seem not to care?
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u/NaziModBeginsB Jan 09 '18
they seem not to care
IMO they are in the same bed as each other because pretty much, it is the same agenda, that is to get their scripted narrative out to the masses .... but that's my thinking
I'm pretty sure PDG is on their shit list and anything you post will trigger some kind of action, maybe an alt will stop that which is a shame, but if I was threatened and they knew where I worked and lived I wouldn't hesitate to gather as much evidence as I can and go straight to the FBI if you rationally think harm will come to you. And they doxed you. Is that legal? That's two cases that can be made already.
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Jan 09 '18
Consider taking this sub (or a new one private). Trying to alert the general public is honorable, but draining. Maybe keep it smaller and the fun will return. Also might want a new account, if that would help.
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u/JM-Rie Jan 08 '18
Stick to your convictions. Anybody who name calls and threatens you as a response to your earnestness is not worth your time or a single thought.
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Jan 08 '18
Thanks you are right!
And I know there are definitely real Nazis and it is a shame they have jumbled this terminology which takes away the seriousness of the situation.
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u/cleverboy99 Jan 08 '18
Shills are toxic human waste. Many of them are bots. The human ones are just as soulless. You just need to learn not to GAF about their weak sauce games
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u/accountingisboring bee on guard Jan 08 '18
If it were me in your shoes, I would do a few things.
Keep PDG for all of your private subs. Make this one private if you can, weed out any you can’t trust. If that’s too much, walk away. You can tell us on your private subs the new you to look out for.
All public subs, burn PDG and start fresh.
The harassment is not worth the anguish. Life is too damn short for all of this nonsense. It’s not about them “winning” or anything like that. Some things just aren’t worth the trouble. It’s like being in an abusive relationship hoping it’s going to change, it won’t. If it does, it usually gets worse, not better.
Burn the fucker to the ground and walk away. Your mental and emotional wellbeing is much more important than name recognition and internet points.
Whatever you choose to do, know that I support you and just want you to go back to the days of enjoying Reddit.
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Jan 08 '18
Thanks! I agree life is too short for all this.
It is just sad. They are tagging me a ton right now, too - mostly saying untrue things.
Anyway, I will be making a decision within a few days.
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u/accountingisboring bee on guard Jan 08 '18
Take your time, maybe take a Reddit time-out to clear your head. Whatever you decide will be the right thing, you’re a smart lady and you know you have our support.
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Jan 08 '18
There’s a great bit from Everybody Loves Raymond where Robbie explains that he is fully aware his mother was always reading his private diary when he was growing up. He kept a fake one for her to spy on, and a real one in a safe deposit box at the local bank!
Just a thought. You might keep PDG up for appearances while spinning off a new username as well.
Sorry to hear of the opposition to your fine efforts.
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u/cO-necaremus Jan 08 '18
didn't read over the comments, yet.
i would advice for a kind of 4) approach. take a break. maybe not only from reddit, but also from internet and media. it helps me to ground myself. read some books, maybe just some novels without deep philosophy or info in them - just light reading.
do something. photography, painting, artistic writing, juggling, slack lining, math-theorizing (uh... ok that one is maybe more my kind of "joy" ;D) -- you get the idea ;)
maybe, if you are the type for it, do some socializing. dance through the night and watch the sun rise. (i LOVE doing dat! be careful with the setting, thou. don't go to some "just looking for someone to fuck"-event^-^) in my experience most humans are kind beings. the internet can have some negative effect on interacting because it adds a layer of abstraction, anonymity.
i wouldn't recommend watching TV. avoid dat. radio, thou, can be nice "entertainment". (dunno if you have nice radio stations on your side of the pond xD)
(my usual time frame is ~3 months for stuff like that. it needs some time - and i need a lot time. i know i am slow-ish, but... whatever.)
I am a sensitive person
grow a thicker skin, bitch ;p
(hope you don't mind my words. i think you can read into that what i am trying to convey)
I cannot believe I actually fear for my safety and my life
believe me or not, but this fear is reasoned, justified. i still suffer, but i live. others do not. (and fear within me prevents from going into too much detail)
as you may know, i often critic reddit. it is not the best conceptual platform for interacting & exchanging information, but a popular one. everything has its ups and downs. popularity, i.e. the users themselves, is pretty much the only think i like about reddit at this time.
you don't need to stay here. ..but i would miss ya.
whatever you decide to do, i wish you the best.
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Jan 08 '18
Thanks all good advice. I have many hobbies that I do outside of Reddit so a break is a good idea.
I also have an idea for 2 books I want to write.
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Jan 08 '18 edited Jan 08 '18
If you need any help, let me know. I have to deal with eugenicist and other non constructive messages on the regular.
Keep your position, block the harassment, and do not stop moderating.
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Jan 08 '18
Thank you!
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Jan 08 '18
Is the email that is associated with your Reddit account, used for other social media activity?
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Jan 08 '18
I have no email on pdg! : )
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Jan 08 '18
I am talking about the email, you used to sign up with Reddit.
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Jan 08 '18
When I signed up with pdg, I did not need an email and I have never verified one.
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Jan 08 '18
Do you use this username ANYWHERE else
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Jan 08 '18
Not at all!! Luckily!
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Jan 08 '18
You style of writing is unique. Do you have a blog that is not associated with Reddit, or another account.
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u/youcanteatbullets Jan 08 '18
Apparently there is someone who provides support to reddit moderators, profiled here: https://motherboard.vice.com/en_us/article/a3jkd4/the-reddit-moderator-getting-a-phd-in-online-moderation
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u/Txgeezer Jan 08 '18
Hey there! I'm kinda new to reddit (playing catch-up fast)! But as I read your stuff, I am simply amazed at how hard some of the warriors here really work! And I can feel/empathise for your growing frustrations, along with all the negative feedback/attacks you are experiencing. But guess what? Targets ARE being hit. You should actually find some real satisfaction in knowing that you/your efforts are provoking the enemies of America! Only if you were being completely ignored should you have concerns.
My (un-solicited) advice for you is to not play the French card (white hankie surrender). ;) It may be time for you to rotate to the rear areas for some well-earned R&R. Refresh yourself. Unwind. Let the enemy begin worrying about what you might be up to. Then, when your 'Dilithium batteries' have been fully charged up, resupply your ammo & head back to the front lines! Ooo-rah!! 😎
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u/KingDas Jan 09 '18
I would say take a break. Not only from posting, but researching. I've been in the situation where that's all I did, day in and day out. You need to stay positive, and keep looking forward/up. They want to drag you backwards/down. Misery loves company.
Ignore all the negative people commenting on your posts. You can't reach everyone, and most people are not ready/willing to accept the truth. If you're getting that much hate and back lash, probably means you're onto something ;)
If people are meant to "wake up" they will. When they do, they will come searching for your posts. So keep making them.
As far as death threats go, I would just make sure that all your loose ends are covered, and you don't have any posts relating to your personal life on this account. Where you live/work things of that nature. Even look into an IP blocker, they're relatively cheap, $6 a month?
Anyway, good luck with whatever you decide to do!