• ihaveibs [he/him]
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    8 hours ago

    When you realize Americans are almost completely deprived of community, genuine personal relationships, and frankly just the ability to trust other people, it makes sense that so many choose to live in some sort of bubble. It simplifies a life where you feel completely alone and without answers, and if you aren't getting emotional comfort from those key interpersonal bedrocks and resources it's not surprising people seek it in all sorts of places.