"the [fans/creators] don't listen"
yeah because everyone is on different pages because nobody wants to have a conversation
"that's parasocial though"
ok so. i get being scared or apprehensive because of the historically horrible things that have happened between fans and creators in the past. safety is priority, always. with that in mind, what actually is inherently bad about creators and fans interacting and having conversation?
if we're to look at history, it's usually either malefactors or a lack of thought and care put into acknowledging certain realities of the interpersonal situation and how that influences thoughts, emotions, and actions. i feel like distancing from eachother just works to further that disconnect. so maybe instead, we be more careful, thoughtful, and mindful of our influence and influences and put effort into appropriately accounting for them?
listen, im not saying it's that simple. i certainly am not gonna come to any larger conclusion here. my point is that there has to be a better way of going about all of this. everyone thinks they have an answer, but i really don't think anyone is even close. answers come through conversation with all sides and i personally have yet to see anyone - and i mean anyone - having meaningful conversation on this stuff. how are you supposed to if you are missing major perspectives?
"that's just fandom culture, it's always like this. you just have to accept it"
yknow that thing where voters don't turn up to vote because they think their vote doesn't matter, and it ends up further reinforcing stagnation?idk. maybe it comes with being a disabled trans woman living paycheck-to-paycheck in this hellish reality we have found ourselves in, but i'm just a little sick of the "that's just how it is" argument. you gotta let yourself believe things can get better, and that you have the power to do so. if you can't do that with the microcosm of Minecraft Youtube, how are you gonna help make change elsewhere too?
man, i really can bring the dramatics sometimes, can't i? guess it comes with being a theater kid lmao. anyway. that is my Long Post of The Week™. please remember to drink water, take care of your body, hold kindness and empathy in your hearts, and take a step away if you are upset or angry and do something that brings you comfort and joy.
