#emotionvslogic

[wilwheaton]

Now that so many right wing asshats are moving to Parler and other unmoderated social platforms, have you had any urge to give Twitter another chance?

Nope. Twitter is still overrun by Fascists and bullies, and Jack Dorsey is a white nationalist who won’t ever do anything about it. My life is much, much better without Twitter in it.

[wilwheaton]

Because I find that people will often ask me this question and have no want of an honest answer, I will do so because many here care enough to hear a truthful reply. "So Wil, how are you?"

You are so kind to ask. I’m doing well. I’m so happy right now. I’m doing work I’m proud of, with people who respect and value me. I am married to my best friend, who is the greatest partner I could ever ask for. There is still a current of tremendous pain running though my life, that’s probably always going to be there in some measure, but it isn’t overwhelming me the way it sometimes does.

And I’m trying this new thing where I believe people when they tell me I’m a good person, instead of appearing to accept it, while actually dismissing it as someone just being nice. So far, it feels pretty awesome.

Thank you for asking after me. Your compassion and empathy are inspiring.

[wilwheaton]

Planning on going out shopping less these days for obvious reasons. Could you please share your basic sourdough recipe so I can keep my mother happy

Of course!

I use the Country Bread recipe from Tartine.

Happy baking!

[wilwheaton]

Are you watching the sci fi show Devs? It's created and directed by Alex Garland and stars Alison Pill.

I’m working my way through some other shows at the moment, but it’s on the DVR and waiting for me.

[wilwheaton]

RE: You need God. I am reminded of a quote from one of my favorite films, and books, Whale Music. BOBBY SUE: "Desmond, tell me. Have you invited the lord Jesus into your heart?" DESMOND HOWL: "No, the place is a mess."

The thing about people who say that sort of thing is that they aren’t coming from a place of love and kindness and compassion. They are cultists who are being condescending and judgmental. 

I despise those people. I’m sick to fucking death of their efforts to create a theocracy in which they can fool themselves into believing that they are superior to nonbelievers. They are garbage. They are hypocrites. They are exactly the kind of person that, if you believe the bible is a real document drawn from history (it’s not, it’s a book of stories), Jesus spent his life railing against. They claim that they want to spread the love of this guy, but all they really do is use his story as a mask to hide behind while they live a life of bigotry and judgment.

Seriously. Fuck those guys.

[wilwheaton]

We have dabbled with many anti-depressants in the last 6 years finding that Pristiq was the best bet. I live in Canada but it's one of the more expensive meds so I've been paying $100 out of pocket for it each month. Recently, a generic version of Abilify came out, which the government will cover. We added it to my cocktail 8 days ago. Yesterday, I felt happiness for the first time in nearly 3 years. I found myself crying with joy because of it. This will take some getting used to.

Aw, man, I am so happy for you! I’m glad you found meds that work. Live your best life!

[wilwheaton]

Have you ever listened to the band The Regrettes? They're kinda like an all girl punk band with a token boy drummer and they rip it up.

Oh yes. I discovered them via Spotify about a month or five weeks ago. I went straight to their bandcamp and bought everything they had. They’re on tour, and I’m going to see them when they’re close to me.

[wilwheaton]

I just watched an youtube upload from creator Rationality Rules about libertarianism, which stated that sources said you identify as a libertarian . Just wondering whether this is true or not. Be well.

It’s not true. I flirted with the ideas when I was young and ignorant, and I’ve tried *very* hard to correct the record, but the misconception persists.