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[deleted] t1_j0m5oqz wrote

I’ve noticed it ever since Covid lockdown. I think it’s something to do with lack of socialization combined with media trying to divide us. Some people need medication and aren’t getting it either. Just try to push through is all I can say. I try to be nice as I can and that’s all you can do. Not everyone is bad so you never know who you’ll run into.

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sourdoughbreadlover t1_j0mldge wrote

My uncle has always been into conspiracy theories and he has become so much more of an asshole. He is in fight or flight mode everyday now.

Any little thing that doesn't go his way pushes him over the edge. For example he was trying to sign into his email and he was typing his password incorrectly. He became angry and cursing. I tried to help but he yelled at me and I told him to leave.

It is impossible to spend time with him because he will start on his theories and yelling because the loudest person is correct or some shit for brains logic.

If you find yourself in a similar situation check out r/qanoncasualties.

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[deleted] t1_j0mofsx wrote

Sorry to hear that. I find some people can be persuaded if you agree with them a little and get on their side. Then from there you slowly bring up some different ideas with proof provided facts. Doesn’t always work though.

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sourdoughbreadlover t1_j0mp3f0 wrote

Telling him to leave works for me and blocking him also works. I hate that I lost a family member that is still living but for my own health I had to.

At the end of the day I am responsible for me. I am 100% in control of my actions. I treat others with kindness and respect. Sometimes it pisses others off when I won't sink to their level and that just makes me smile more.

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latemadly t1_j0ni5jf wrote

Think about it, on a WORLDWIDE scale humanity was put into that fight or flight state, all those brains(the whole collective consciousness if you will). As time goes on, our brains either try to heal by returning to homeostasis or continue that state, all at varied levels and time. Some seemed to enjoy that fight or flight state and use it as excuse to be "asshats" imo

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