The ability to tell the entire world what you feel or think is dizzying. 'How should I phrase this?' 'Do I include that?' 'Is this oversharing?' So many doubts are lurking around that share button.
But believe it or not, some people are immune to them. They post every thought that crosses their mind. And they can be anyone! Parents complaining about their kids, high schoolers "analyzing" political discourse, celebrities interacting with fans, or everyday folks venting about their lives; we can't keep count.
Here's a collection of tweets from people who decided to get personal online. Too personal!
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Great Step
They Can Barely Manage English
It is really sad that the asian community was targeted because of Covid. I really dont get people. That said most people wont be able to distinguish between the Thai and Cantonese languages by hearing them just because they wont hear any difference. Just a foreign language. Same with any pair of uncommon foreign languages.
They weren’t targeted because of covid. They were targeted because of the lingering orange fart who spent 4 years drumming up hate and discord.
Load More Replies...It was a really sweet idea by mom but proves ineffective. She didn't anticipate the utter stupidity of the racists.
it isn't just racists that can't tell the difference between the languages. most people can't racists are the ones who hate on you for speaking a different language in the first place
Load More Replies...I can't differentiate between them, but I also wouldn't judge someone for speaking a different language than English, so I hope I'm okay.
I think he's more referring to those lashing out at the Asian community over the pandemic.
Load More Replies...They can't tell the diffrence between spanish and french in one of my encounters.
normal people who has no knowledge of asian language won't be able to make the difference. nothing to do with racism. but i get his point
He's referring to the hate crimes against Asians
Load More Replies...America is a big country. Some people have never heard Thai or Chinese spoken. I can tell Vietnamese from Chinese from Japanese, because I have friends from each background. But since t do not have Thai friends, I would not recognize it when spoken. Lack of experience does not equal racism.
That is very true. I think his point is that the people who are racist would hear an "Asian foreign language" and simultaneously shove their head up their a**e while sticking their foot in their mouth. Flexible buggers, those racists are.
Load More Replies...Reminds me of my Spain born gran who wouldn't speak Spanish in public because she didn't want anyone to think she was Puerto Rican...because she was racist.
One girl was attacked by an elder man because she is Asian in the beginning of all Covid chaos where I live. It was a bit scary to go outside but not much scarier then before and that thought was a scary revelation for me. The fact that one is never safe and it's always been more or less uncomfortable and potentially dangerous to look different. And I always tried to laugh it off and this got more difficult now
Not stupid, just sheltered. Many of us are. One can hate while being educated and not hate while not being well taught in different cultures.
Load More Replies...I an married for 15 years to a man who is half Vietnamese. He can pass for Hispanic, and I had to tell him to tell strangers who ask what his nationality is to tell them Spanish. This is for his protection from the crazy people. My kids can pass for full white, so no one suspects they are mixed. It's so sad that this is our current reality
I can't differentiate but I'm not a racist. It's just that I don't speak any Asian language, although I wouldn't mind learning
Honestly , in the US Asian culture has become really popular . A lot of kids are learning Asian languages in school now too. When I was in school ( loooooooong time ago) we had the choice of Spanish, French or Chinese . Nobody ever took Chinese. I've always been really intimidated by learning an Asian language. They're so complex and beautiful . FYI , my dumb self too French... which has been super useful in Texas lmfao . O'well , I've learned Spanish since then
Repeated UK story, who knows if it's true, but it's good: English man berates woman on train in Wales for talking foreign and she points out that she's speaking Welsh.
These same people think every Hispanic is a Mexican and don't realize that Puerto Ricans are US citizens.
It's sad that you would feel/be targeted for speaking Mandarin... but just because someone can't tell the difference doesn't mean they are racist. Can you tell the difference between Swedish and Finnish? I wouldn't assume you are racist if you couldn't.
Racists can't tell when my family is speaking Italian and not Spanish, so I get called Mexican and Latinx slurs. They're definitely not going to know the difference between Thai and mandarin
Speaking any language anywhere should never be an issue. If you speak a language that you think others around you don’t understand to talk about them and insult them or say crude things about them, that is wrong.
Some women refuse to add feminine ending to their surnames and use male (family) name in fiction that the "world" will appreciate their advancement in gender equality. Silly when imagine everyone on the world know about minor eu language and name creation system.
Well, sad as that is, no they probably can't differentiate between them.
Same racists think they are speaking Spanish if they add an O to the end of every word and yell it. I'm embarrassed having people like your mom even having to worry about. I hope she doesn't think we all think alike. I tried to ask a question In Greek when I was there. Did pretty sell did the girls behind the counter in a pharmacy laughed as I left. I guess farming sounds pretty funny in any language and I had a killer sore throat.
Yes. Those particular folks have a great deal of trouble with English. They especially have trouble with the word "acceptance". In my previous job I worked in a hospital that was in a huge Asian multicultural community. If you had racism issues this is definitely not the place for you! We, patients and staff, had a lot of fun together when learning words, short sentences, and culture. Great laughs. But also, so sadly, the different approaches to death, care in the immediate time proceeding and after death. Many times we did not understand different things. But we RESPECTED IT AND DID EVERYTHING TO THE LETTER. Acceptance and respect. I dont understand why that is so difficult.
A good friend of mine is Thai and we waited tables together, the number of people who though she was Chinese was unbelievable. They would just assume. People would say the rudest things to her all the time... It was a breakfast and lunch place so it's not like alcohol had any part in it. Even if she was Chinese, it's still so offensive just assume somebody is from a certain country, if you're generally curious it's better to just ask politely then make assumptions.
I could differentiate between most European languages (definitely written, sometimes spoken). I'd struggle with Eastern European languages though.
I would ask them what they are speaking, as politely as possible. I love Asian languages, and the Thai I've heard is beautiful. I would love to learn it!
gotta love older moms, they have an innocent way of looking at problems
I totally agree with Andrew Cohen. Mr Puff (Trump) is soooo full of hate that the ugly moron cannot see straight. I have no idea how he blinded enough people to put him in such a position of power.He should be held responsible for a lot of people who died because of Covid as he told them it didn't exist, pity HE didn't inject himself with the bleach.
Briefly living in TN (US) I had to translate deep southern ‘English’ to my very northern girlfriend. I honestly don’t know who I was more disappointed in, and am glad neither are in my life anymore.
This Hits Home
The staff at CollegeGrad, an entry-level job site for college students and recent grads, believe there are at least 9 things you should never post on social media.
1. Profanity. The language you use on social media is often the same one you'll use when casually interacting with coworkers. A minor four-letter-word once in a while isn't a crime, but if swearing is a big part of who you are, it may affect how employers look at you.
2. Abusive content. Social media can be a great place to share opinions, but if your feed is full of arguments and rants, you may come across as an overly negative person, probably not the kind of employee companies want in their office.
3. Adult content. A snapshot on the beach is perfectly fine but posting explicit photos of yourself can have a noticeable impact on your image. The Internet is a public place. So, before posting a selfie, consider if you are OK with being seen like that in the office.
Genius
Best Of Both Worlds Honestly
I Love That Life Makes Sense For Him Now
4. Illegal content. Not only could this get you fired, but it may also land you on America's Stupidest Criminals. Even worse, you could be arrested if authorities see credible evidence of certain kinds of illegal activity.
5. Offensive content. Racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination should have no place in your (online) life.
6. Negative opinions about your job, employer, boss, or professor. One comment about how you hate your job could cause future employers to wonder if you really like the work you are doing or not. And a comment about your "stupid boss" could make your next conversation about the raise you were hoping to get a lot more difficult.
7. Drug-related content. Some employers may require you to pass a drug test as a hiring condition. But chances are you won't even make it that far if you post about substances publicly.
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Yep,she's Right
8. Poor grammar. A comma here and there is nothing but if you don't know the difference between "your" and "you're", it's time to learn. Communication, including writing, is an important part of professional life.
9. Threats. It is not OK to threaten others, no matter the situation you're in. Wishing someone ill, whether it is a friend, family member, colleague, politician, celebrity, whatever; if you don't like someone else, social media is not the place to be hurling threats of any kind.
The Internet is public. Remember that when you're posting from your personal account.
34 Also Applies
This One Hit Home
Yes. I thank my lucky stars every day I live in a place where the former is the majority
Yeah
Wisdom If I've Ever Seen It
It's Truly A Blessing
I might hold a gander reveal party then release the geese on my foes...
And A Family That Takes Care Of Their Elders
Religion
Because it's my religious duty to be a bigot, homophobe and sexist according to my holy book, written by bigots, homophobes and sexists ages ago.
Anxiety Goes Brrrr
I Wouldn't Even Be Mad
Spot On
Many times while my wife was in the hospital fighting her losing battle with cancer, I would stay overnight with her. It cost me $25 every time I did. F'in US hospitals.
This Is Important And Deserves To Be A Movement
Well, Do They?
Life Hack
No Wait!
Why is your political affiliation so important to Americans? Are there no people that just don't like any of them? That think, I'll listen to what they say and vote for the person that seems to have the best ideas to me? Nobody that thinks, 'I agree with the Dems on that subject, but disagree with the other thing. And I like the Reps idea on this, but not on that'?
Consider It
Truly A Yearly Highlight
When I was 7, I lost a tooth. I put it under my pillow for the tooth fairy. The next morning I found a $20 bill under my pillow. I rushed in to the kitchen and said "The tooth fairy gave me 20 bucks!!" My mother looked at my Dad and said "Wow...the tooth fairy was generous!" To which my Dad responds "Probably because it was dark and the tooth fairy couldn't see what he was pulling out of his wallet."
I’m Sure He Brewed His Own Coffee Too
Good Firm Handshake Should Open Up Doors..
The first breakdown would be their wage. The second would be their zero benefits. The third... no pension. This. Is. Genius.
Is It Even Real??
Exactly!!!!!!!!!!! And what's with everyone flying off to far away places to enjoy the sun when I can't visit my parents who live 2 miles away!?
Why Not Both...
So What Breed Is He
Top Notch
Such A Good Boy
Get Shrecked
Its so weird how Magic Mike is literally a movie about male strippers, yet they still managed to sexualise women/treat women as somewhat of a joke (i.e. its 'funny' but not threatening to see middle-aged women losing it over male strippers), all the while still portraying the men as dominant and strong
The Elephant In The Room
He Needs 8 Months Of Tips
My gf found a lost phone once, which of course was locked, and we were sitting there wondering what to do with it when it rang and it was the owner's mother. So if you lose your phone, try phoning it, as some nice person may have found it and be trying to work out how best to return in.
100% Talk To Myself
That's what cats are for. (To the tune of "That's What Friends Are For".)
All Colleges Should Offer This
A terrible reality, but glad there are people who think about what they've learned and don't just have the "too bad, but doesn't affect me" take away
This Has Potential
This Is The Way
Yeah!
Dead Turkeys Don't Grow
More Like A Hell-Iday
I'm convinced it's a strategy of the hotels so they don't have to feed as many guests breakfast.
Stopping
No, No He Has A Point
I live in Virginia. The sky is hazy because Oregon is on fire. Maybe we'll just stay in this weekend.
It’s Never Too Late...
Legit
I Ain't No Hometown Hunk
It's okay. I'm pretty sure in most of those films, you fall for your secretary/coworker/boss anyway. You'll be okay.
Co-Winkie-Dink
Cover Me
“Could Use A 7th Bathroom But You Can’t Have It All I Suppose”
First! This is a superb thread :) Now I think humanity is worth it again.
Great post!!! Every one of them made for a fun and interesting discussion.
First! This is a superb thread :) Now I think humanity is worth it again.
Great post!!! Every one of them made for a fun and interesting discussion.