There's also the pain, the physical discomfort, the eye twitches, and the finger tingles, but the lack of concentration and energy is the most annoying part for me.

Last time it only took 3-4 months to become bearable, so fingers crossed I follow the same pattern this time.

I also think it’s worth noting that the leftist leaders who most terrify the establishment (and not by any means exclusively in the GOP) are coalition builders. the FBI killed Fred Hampton because, among other things, he was bringing Black, Hispanic and white groups together to organize on housing

Don't want innocent people to be whisked away without a chance to defend themselves? Then every single person (including the Worst Person You Know) deserves that chance.

Sending love, friend.

If you're a UK citizen, you can sign this petition to attempt to have the act repealed. This is much more effective than whining about Bluesky and "moving to Discord or Twitter" (both of which will be forced to comply or will block/be blocked by the UK) petition.parliament.uk/petitions/72...

The UK is no stranger to excessive amounts of regulation being passed to try to curb problems rather than actually trying to solve the problem at the root, because solving the problem would involve showing extra kindness to the vulnerable and underprivileged. See also: psychoactive substance ban