PersonalConfronting Bigotry
#RI-6adf4d8c·about 1 month ago·
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“Defending myself against a homophobic stranger”
What Actually Happened
I stood up to a man who was being a homophobic prick in a pub, and made him think I had cancer.
What I wish I knew
"Not to stoop to his level, but to find a way to calmly educate him"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't judge people based on their appearance, and be open to learning about others' experiences"
Regret Index
2/10
Positive or neutral outcome.
Would make the same decision again.
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Personal Category
238
Personal decisions logged. Avg regret 5.4/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
42%
of Personal decisions land in the settled band the same as this one.
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