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The Great Awakening

Is the Great Awakening happening?

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Chi13

Chi13

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Hempy McNoodle said:
Lol, thanks Chi! :D
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No problems, I am here to help. I have found you support!:ying:

What Is Conspiracy Theory Addiction?

A conspiracy theory can be defined as the belief that a secret-but-influential organization or individual is responsible for a circumstance or event. People often think that these beliefs are rare or sometimes absurd, but research shows they may be more common than previously thought. A study found that about 50% of Americans believe in at least one conspiracy theory. Conspiracy theories come in all forms, but most theories involve political and social events. Some examples include the belief that certain celebrities are immortal vampires and controversial topics such as the belief that a small group of people are planning to overthrow the government. Often, one theory will have accompanying and sometimes contradictory conspiracy theories which can be dangerous if not challenged. On the other hand, it can be noted that some conspiracy theories have been proven to be true. With the increased popularity of conspiracies and exposure to information, it is possible to harm one’s mental health and relationships by developing a conspiracy theory addiction.

Conspiracy theory addiction is a behavioral addiction that can have a hidden impact on the way one perceives events and has been linked to having more negative attitudes. Rather than helping one cope with their negative feelings, the belief in conspiracy theories can create a cycle of distrust and disempowerment. As a person encounters different sources, it is important to be able to analyze the information and distinguish between false theories and real threats.

People who strongly believe in conspiracy theories and become addicted may experience some of the following:
  • Anxiety or fear for no particular reason.
  • A perceived loss of control.
  • A need to make sense of complex topics or unrelated events, even with little or no topical knowledge.
  • Low self-esteem.
  • A strong urge to make connections between a series of unrelated events or behaviors.
  • A belief in paranormal explanations for scientific phenomenon.
  • A sense of not belonging or isolation.
  • A great alienation, disengagement, or disaffection from society
If the presence of the above feelings and behaviors significantly impacts a person’s ability to function in their daily lives, that person may have a conspiracy theory addiction.
Why Do People Believe In Conspiracy Theories?

Conspiracy theories occur when people create links between one or more unrelated events, a process that emerges from the need for the human brain to find patterns. New research also shows that people with certain personality traits, such as low self-esteem, are more likely to have a conspiracy theory addiction. Researchers have studied the different reasons why people believe in conspiracy theories, and many of the explanations include the following factors:
  • A need for understanding and consistency.
  • A need for control.
  • A need to belong or feel special.
Need For Understanding

When a person experiences distress over uncertainty or witnesses a large-scale event, the mind will start to look for explanations that connect the dots. Those with lower analytical abilities and less tolerance for uncertainty are more likely to believe a conspiracy theory. This is because conspiracy theories can often provide explanations for events that seem confusing or frightening, and believers can assume that they are being intentionally deceived. People are also naturally inclined to search for information that confirms their existing beliefs; this is known as confirmation bias.

The ability to easily share and spread information over the internet has increased belief in certain conspiracy theories. Someone with a conspiracy theory addiction may seek out information to support something they already think is true, rather than seek out new information or challenge their beliefs. A need for understanding and consistency can lead to addictive behaviors such as spending excessive time on the internet and ignoring relationships and responsibilities.
Need For Control

Conspiracy theory addiction can also be caused by the need to feel safe and in control. When the human mind feels threatened, identifying what is causing the danger can be a way to cope with anxiety. One study found that people are more likely to believe in conspiracies if they are feeling anxious. Another study found that people who feel psychologically and/or sociopolitically disempowered are more likely to believe in conspiracy theories. People who have a conspiracy theory addiction may be drawn to the theories as a way of making sense of the world and feeling more in control.

Researchers who have studied why people believe in conspiracy theories have found little evidence that believing in these theories actually helps reduce anxiety or satisfy the need to feel in control. People who have a conspiracy theory addiction are less likely to engage in actions that could improve their autonomy and sense of control. The long-term effects of conspiracy theory addiction may leave people feeling more disempowered and anxious than before.
Need To Belong

Conspiracy theory addiction can also form as a defense mechanism, especially in those who feel alienation and disaffection from society. Typically those with a strong belief in conspiracies have a distrust in authority, lower self-esteem, lower levels of interpersonal trust, and feel that they are the “heroes” in the story — while those who are conspiring against them are the “enemy.” As modern society becomes more complex and information is more easily spread, some people feel left behind in trying to keep up. When a person feels disadvantaged, they will often find ways to boost their own self-perceptions.
Risks

Conspiracy theory addiction can have long-term negative effects on an individual. Although belief in conspiracies is often motivated by the need to understand, be in control, and feel socially connected, these aren’t the results that are being gained. In fact, some studies have shown that believing in conspiracies can reinforce feelings of confusion, isolation, and loneliness. The cycle of addiction becomes destructive as negative feelings contribute to the belief in conspiracies and the belief in conspiracies results in negative feelings. Conspiracy theory addiction not only causes a cycle of distrust, but it discourages people from participating in their social worlds. Someone who lacks a sense of control may stop viewing themselves as a valuable contributor to society.
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Microbeman

Microbeman

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Hempy McNoodle said:
Microbeman said:
Thanks for the articles. The first one, I think is just one I think understates the issue and overstates the accessibility. The second one was very similar, but I did like the state by state breakdown. Maybe there are some oportunities in the eastern US..it still seems to be true that these homes are not permissible as a persons primary dwelling throughout the US. But, maybe things will change. I never heard that Louisiana was so good about these things. Interestingly, the article said that Louisiana has some of the most "liberal" laws in the country as far as building. This is a great example of political definitions being interchanged to the point of them becoming meaningless because property rights are widely considered a "conservative" or "right-wing" concern. Just thought I'd through that out there (beating a dead horse). :beat-dead

For the record, I'm not into the shipping container homes (for myself) they are highly inefficient. Just a small cottage would be great.
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you call texas the east? You definitely have the property rights thing backwards if anything. Unless you mean the redneck thing of I can destroy this creek if I want. it's on my land. Now that is right-wing mentality.
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Microbeman

Microbeman

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Some day I'll tell you the story of a bunch of Trump humpers who tried to stop a disabled facility in their neighborhood. I buried them.
 
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Hempy McNoodle

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Microbeman said:
Some day I'll tell you the story of a bunch of Trump humpers who tried to stop a disabled facility in their neighborhood. I buried them.
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That sounds interesting. As you know I work with people with disabilities and it is something I care a lot about. Sadly, it looks like I will be let go next week due to the mandate (unless, I apply for a religious exemption). I have a meeting with HR Monday because they are realizing their greatest fear... which is that I am going to sue the shit out of them and blow the whistle and I have tons of documentary evidence! Today I requested all of my performance evaluations which sent a signal to them that I am planning on a lawsuit. I've never dealt with a lawyer or tried to sue anybody before, but these people have gone way to far. I have videos that I plan on leaking. So, maybe you'll see me on Project Veritas! :smoker:
 
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Hempy McNoodle

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Scientific Fraud can be very simple. And, once you see it, you can't unsee it.

Trust The Science? CDC Counts People Dying Within 14 Days Of Jab As “Unvaccinated”
https://www.newswars.com/trust-the-s...-unvaccinated/

CDC link:
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/...mm7034e5-H.pdf

“unvaccinated <14 days receipt of the first dose of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of the single-dose vaccine or if no vaccination registry data were available.”

"The SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant is highly transmissible (3) and became the predominant variant in Los Angeles County during May–July 2021. During this period, SARS-CoV-2 cases and hospitalizations increased substantially, most notably among unvaccinated persons. In May, specimens from fully vaccinated and partially vaccinated persons had higher Ct values for two gene targets compared with unvaccinated persons;"


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Hempy McNoodle

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So, Conspiracy theorists were totally correct once again and now we know, once again, exactly how they are working their fraud. The "unvaccinated" in the hospitals are mostly people who got the jab within the last 14 days. Simple. They just call these people who received the vaccine "unvaccinated." ...Science!
 
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Hempy McNoodle

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Oh, fuck! McAfee has just released a bunch of horrible shit! It includes nude pictures of Huma Abedin, which could only have come from Anthony Weiner's lap top. That means that Q is now proven and John McAfee is Q (now proven). There is horrible dark shit that McAfee is posting and I wont show it here but it looks like the shit will now hit the fan!

Here is a link: https://t.me/s/McafeeAfterlife
(Scroll up and down)
 
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Hempy McNoodle

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Hempy McNoodle said:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Weiner
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So, for those who don't know, Anthony Weiner was busted for trying to solicit sex from and exposing himself to a minor and child porn too I think. His Wife was Huma Abedin, Hillary Clinton's closest aid. The NYPD seized his laptop and it was found that Anthony Weiner had dirt on all the politicions incase they ever tried to turn on him. On the laptop according to NYPD whitnesses most of whom have "committed suicide," are videos of, among other things, Huma and Hillary cutting a little girls face off and wearing it and extracting her blood at Comet Ping-pong (see: pizzagate). I'm guessing Podesta is going to be arrested soon! Q is now proven to be the plan and the plan is now proven to be real! McAfee is leaking the contents of the Weiner laptop to the public!
 
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Hempy McNoodle

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John McAfee is Q:


"You Are Not Ready For This Show...

Did You really Think I
Was Going to Make
You Wait. . .?

Only [PAY]triots make You Wait
I John McAfee am a PATRIOT
Let’s Get that Fucking Straight!
Would I Ever ask We The People
Money for Freedom of Truth. . .?
Of Course Not - That Is Why
We The People Are In This Mess

Remember Money is
The Root of All Evil.
All I ask is You
Share this Channel because
We The People Deserve
THE TRUTH
VVORLDVVIDE:

As Darkness Falls
Every Lie Will Be Revealed
The End won't be for Everyone.
That Choice, to Know, Will be Yours.
Consider This the Tip. . .
Only the Beginning:

Buckle Up - Get the Popcorn
Because I’m Going Til Dawn
Did You check the Date. . .?

Big P@in Incoming:
N.C.S.VV.I.C


John McAfee."
 
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