I’ve often said something to the effect of "making a product more accessible makes it more useful for everyone." It turns out there's a name for this phenomenon, the curbcut effect.
It took me a long time to realize that my tendency to want to support others sometimes creates toxic dynamics. #codependency https://cybre.space/@shel/100065465251511588
"What Is Codependency?"
The reason friends and therapists are best kept distinct is to avoid codependency.
Codependency most often takes the form of two people taking on roles of caretaker and care-receiver; where not only is the recipient of care dependent the specific caregiver, but the caregiver is dependent on the feeling of usefulness and validation they get from taking care of the other. This is very toxic as it means problems rarely actually get resolved
Which strategies and tactics disempower fascists? Are any counterproductive?
Hey queer and trans folk, especially amab enbies, how do you find intimate relationships online?
I’m not having much luck on OKC, but maybe it’s cause I’m using the same account I had before I stopped pretending. I need touch and cuddles.
Overhearing a couple of loud bisexuals talking about their sex lives on the sidewalk. I’m three stories up. 😊 #bipride
I'm pro-doggos and I vote.