Haven't read through the whole thread but I have to say, change, if it happens, will need to happen on deep level.
There's a lot of broken people here that aren't capable of growth because their environment isn't lending itself towards that and/or the process is just too painful for them to confront.
I feel like the community will always be broken in some way, though, no matter what we do, because it's an escape for broken people. An escape they need to cope. Once they overcome and grow, they move on, usually.
The best thing you can do for yourself (who should be the priority) is to remove the toxicity and gravitate towards/radiate the positivity in your life. Speak up when you know something is wrong and stand by it despite the outlash. (It's not easy) Most importantly, don't jump on bandwagons that aim to humiliate. Stand by that one person who is speaking the truth when everyone else is spewing venom and be constructive with your words.
I'm thankful for the escape 42 provided me for years, but even more thankful to be rid of it completely and forever grateful for the few solid friendships I obtained. #lessthanthree
07-Apr-2019 23:49:03