Behind any "inspiring" posts here, I have a freaking tankie in the family.
And it makes me *furious*, the shit he believes because online habits have radicalized him, allowing him to feel righteous while gamifying nightmare.
I focus on de-radicalization when I'm calm enough. I aim to disrupt the rejection cycle that entrenches ID for extremist religious & political views alike.
Am I ashamed I have to do this with family? 110%. But this crap is *everywhere*.
We need constant vigilance online.
In more violent seasons, I've had to report him for public safety. This is a "monitor and try to lessen harm" situation.
"I've learned over the decades to build my own family."
Oh, you don't have to tell the person who left Canada for Colombia that. :) It's part of why I have extreme depression at the thought of ever going back.
Building community that makes me feel safe has always been difficult, though (I've ultimately avoided more than built) so I'm glad you found yours. π