I very rarely read the responses to my Salon pieces…
“I very rarely read the responses to my Salon pieces, because (as you may have noticed) the trolls can be SO evil. So violent in their hostility to me and my work. OK, wait, wait, wait. That's a lie. I do read the responses--and get mesmerized, like cobra hypnosis. But I laugh (mostly) at the trolls, and think about what tiny little weenies they must have. (They seem to be mostly men.) And then ALL these smart, funny people leap to my defense, which is medicine, and fills me with love and thankfulness.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Online trolls are hostile but can be observed with humor, turning anger into compassion and gratitude for supporters.
In simple terms: Trolls are hateful, but we can laugh and feel love.
Key Takeaway
Use humor to defuse online hostility.
Themes
digital culture
empathy
humor
Mood
lighthearted
reflective
Type
personal
motivational
When to use this quote
- social media
- blogging
- public speaking
- online communities
Key Concepts
psychology
media studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you transform anger into compassion?
- What role do supporters play in your resilience?
A Different Perspective
Humor may not soothe severe harassment.