In ten+ years on RF, I've noticed that there's groups of people that tend to get **** on more than others, and they move in cycles. I've seen same sex marriage, Muslim women, LDS Christians, and feminists get a fair share of hostility from members. Typically, I have little respect for the perspectives of those who target these groups, but respect the ability to share hostile criticism that stays within bounds.
But that brings me to a very personal and important point, and one that gives a window into how low some people will go in their attempts at sarcasm (which I appreciate when done well in regards to the art of comedy).
Joking about being triggered, knowing there are survivors like me who DO deal with various triggers in real life and dealing with various rape apologetics online, is as low as joking about triggers at the local VFW or people who survived a catastrophe like the 2011 Joplin tornado during severe weather.
I also experienced Ferguson, was tear gassed, had an assault rifle pointed at me, and lost a friend to gunfire as well as many friends who were threatened/assaulted after marching and yelling.
I work with several various professionals with PTSD regarding these events. Now, I have stroke survivor to add with wondering if body sensations are real symptoms or if they are the result of anxiety.
Understand, that as little respect I personally have for you when I read the sarcasm, and equating my PTSD to feeling offended, you remain free to act like an *** and a fool.
I've been triggered reading a few posts here. In ten+ years, it's come to a handful of times where I found myself in a state of dark panic. Not frequent, but certainly enough to note that it happens and does when I least expect it. I cope. It's what I do. I have over the years learned valuable coping techniques for those moments.
But that doesn't negate how I see the level of contempt and hostility shown toward survivors who bring up triggers as something to simply be considered. It's low. It's super ****ty. And I don't forget when no apology or reconciliation or even the most basic acknowledgement is offered.
Go ahead. Feel free to share your contempt and feeble attempts at good sarcasm. It's totally within bounds. But don't call me a friend if that's how you see the experiences of rape/assault survivors.
But that brings me to a very personal and important point, and one that gives a window into how low some people will go in their attempts at sarcasm (which I appreciate when done well in regards to the art of comedy).
Joking about being triggered, knowing there are survivors like me who DO deal with various triggers in real life and dealing with various rape apologetics online, is as low as joking about triggers at the local VFW or people who survived a catastrophe like the 2011 Joplin tornado during severe weather.
I also experienced Ferguson, was tear gassed, had an assault rifle pointed at me, and lost a friend to gunfire as well as many friends who were threatened/assaulted after marching and yelling.
I work with several various professionals with PTSD regarding these events. Now, I have stroke survivor to add with wondering if body sensations are real symptoms or if they are the result of anxiety.
Understand, that as little respect I personally have for you when I read the sarcasm, and equating my PTSD to feeling offended, you remain free to act like an *** and a fool.
I've been triggered reading a few posts here. In ten+ years, it's come to a handful of times where I found myself in a state of dark panic. Not frequent, but certainly enough to note that it happens and does when I least expect it. I cope. It's what I do. I have over the years learned valuable coping techniques for those moments.
But that doesn't negate how I see the level of contempt and hostility shown toward survivors who bring up triggers as something to simply be considered. It's low. It's super ****ty. And I don't forget when no apology or reconciliation or even the most basic acknowledgement is offered.
Go ahead. Feel free to share your contempt and feeble attempts at good sarcasm. It's totally within bounds. But don't call me a friend if that's how you see the experiences of rape/assault survivors.