While I think unconscious for quite a while, over the past couple of years, I've come to the realization that I often use online spaces to connect with folks who are interested in and care about the same things as me, or who have similar life experiences (especially regarding religious deconstruction/transformation), since I often find it hard to find those people in real life. I think I was embarrassed about that realization at first, but am becoming more okay with it.
I have also carried some embarrassment around seeking connections with people online. I suppose that’s one reason why sharing this story complicated until now.
Oof. I love what you are saying here about translation. I'm here for more of it!
Thank you for reading Lisa! Translation is one of my favorite topics to write about, so I will definitely be revisiting it in the future 🥰
While I think unconscious for quite a while, over the past couple of years, I've come to the realization that I often use online spaces to connect with folks who are interested in and care about the same things as me, or who have similar life experiences (especially regarding religious deconstruction/transformation), since I often find it hard to find those people in real life. I think I was embarrassed about that realization at first, but am becoming more okay with it.
I have also carried some embarrassment around seeking connections with people online. I suppose that’s one reason why sharing this story complicated until now.
Thank you for sharing your story, Brian.