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At the same time of course, empty words positive or otherwise aren't of real use either. Which in the end of the day, simply means there are times for silence.
The_Omega_Effect
The_Omega_Effect
The hard truth is the only way to go. You cannot let people remain within their own bubbles of delusion if you ever intend on helping. Supporting ignorance is going to cause more harm as this person will be more and more disconnected from reality until they crash and burn to the point where they might actually do something severely self-destructive. Reality hits hard and doesn't pull its punches. The truth has to be confronted as soon as possible in order to prevent further damage.
The_Omega_Effect
The_Omega_Effect
Emotional difficulties that are caused by negative events like a disaster or a failure or harm to a loved one, warrant positive support. That is not the case for a flawed way of living and thinking. Then the person does not need to have their foolish ways reinforced. They need change. And you cannot change anything for the better without seeing the situation clearly from as many perspectives as possible.
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Idea
It may be true that delusion leads to a path of suffering. However, reality isn't confronted unless there is a step from the other side. Is it not more wise to shoot the rabbit when it isn't within reach of the nest and fish where fish live? If you don't shoot or don't fish, you'll never get your prize, but if do so at the wrong time or place you may have simply wasted the effort.
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Furthermore, going into the specific example, I don't think reality matches the words you used. It's not true that they don't have a place to belong or people who'll welcome him back. I know as much because I am one such people. Reality is often cold and heartless, but not always. Facing reality isn't just about facing it's harshness, but also accepting it's moments of kindness.
The_Omega_Effect
The_Omega_Effect
Doesn't matter where the rabbit is. If you fire and land the shot, its dead.
Are you really "friends" with him? Does reading and replying to the same profile posts qualify as being friends? Or is it some other insignificant thing like a single conversation? Its merely being acquainted with the person. Not to mention how online, everybody uses the veil of anonymity the internet provides in order to act as a version of themselves. A mere persona. Simply put, you will rarely find somebody who is being real over the internet which makes real friendships rare.
The_Omega_Effect
The_Omega_Effect
He is better of not relying on the internet for anything other than entertainment and the tool it is for the immense knowledge it provides because relying on the internet to fill the need of human interaction is nothing short of destructive.
Reality is always ruthless. Kindness is a waste of time, there is no justice or a hint of fairness and the only true joy must be earned through work.
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