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Helena Solith's avatar

I love the honesty and nuance in this. It’s a fine line, right? Sometimes what we call “hate” is really just clarity. Like when we point out something absurd, performative, or fake. Some things just need to be said. When the intent isn’t cruelty, just catharsis or truth-telling, is it even hate? Maybe that’s where the redefinition lives: hate that’s rooted in truth and self-awareness isn’t hate at all. It’s cultural commentary with edge. The trick is knowing when we’re actually expressing truth, and when we’re using “truth” as a cover for something unhealed in us. Loved this whole ride. Ethically spicy forever!

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maisa's avatar

No because this is a thesis. Sometimes it’s not hate, it’s just seeing clearly and being a little unserious about it. Cultural commentary with bite. And yeah, the real test is knowing when it’s actual truth and when it’s just your inner meanie cosplaying as insight. Thank you for riding the ethically spicy wave with me.

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Erin's avatar

This was hilarious to read and so nostalgic of the 2000s-2010s before as you worded it, "the era of awareness". Being a bit of a hater was always fun and honestly, built communities that don't exist the same way anymore.

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maisa's avatar

Exactly! There was something about that time when we could all roast each other and just laugh it off. It was like an unspoken bond that formed between people who got the joke. Now, I feel like we’re all walking on eggshells, trying to avoid crossing that line, but I miss the chaos that made the internet feel so alive and connected. Glad you enjoyed the post!

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Erin's avatar

Yes and it’s exhausting! The internet was so fun before this major societal change

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deester's avatar

Ethical haters are the spice of life. Roast not destroy. It adds so much glee if you can do it kindly. I love this. I stand with you!!

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maisa's avatar

Roasting with kindness is a whole vibe, and I'm so glad you're on board! We’re here for the glee, not the hurt.

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deester's avatar

You said it! 🙌🏼

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Consuelo Ruybal's avatar

I would like to sit with you at one of those fancy cafes on 7th Ave in NYC and talk ethical shit about people walking by.

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maisa's avatar

Honestly, that’s the dream, sipping overpriced lattes on 7th Ave, roasting people like it’s an Olympic sport. I’ll bring the shady commentary, you bring the side-eye, and together we’ll create a new art form. I’ll let you know if I’m ever in NYC 😂😂

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Sveva's avatar

This was super fun to read, and honestly I agree 100%! Thank you for sharing these thoughts, they truly felt so refreshing!

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mandy tourot's avatar

This is beautiful and authentic commentary…and I thank you for your honesty bc legit 💚

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maisa's avatar

thank you so much 💌

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jintaya's avatar

i loved reading this!! felt like a debrief my friend and i have had before. im glad i now have the 10 commandments to navigateLOL ur writing voice is so unique and entertaining !! i loved reading thank u for putting this out:)

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maisa's avatar

omg thank you so much!! it’s always the best feeling when people resonate with my writing. Now you (and your friend) have an ethical way to be a hater 🥹💌

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Samantha's avatar

I’m dying laughing at this in the waiting room at the doctors… so fucking funny

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maisa's avatar

😂 thank you so much, really glad you enjoyed it

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stella maris's avatar

i feel like a fire sign wrote this 😭

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maisa's avatar

air sign actually ;)

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Umucyo ✨'s avatar

the Libra balancing/nuancing act is clear 😅 dope dope dope writing & reflection ✨

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stella maris's avatar

so valid!

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Marielaris Lumen's avatar

hahaha that’s a mirror 🫶🏽

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Karla Domínguez's avatar

"That’s insecurity with a WiFi connection" and "The 10 Commandments of Ethical Hating" 😂😂 You're hilarious! I love thisss

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maisa's avatar

😭 I love you!!!

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