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Originally posted by Skyfloating
One added thought:
Its strange how those the most afraid of being manipulated are the easiest to manipulate...
Originally posted by TrustMeIKnow
And this justifies manipulating them for mere kicks?
I know that isn't exactly what you said but in a forum where members are held accountable for the truth value of their posts why is it okay to jokingly misrepresent a topic to people whom are sincerely attempting to find out.
I am aware of the assumptive nature of most Anti Masons but ridicule and belittlement, while an effective social posturing tool, is counter productive to collaboration.
I really don't understand the point of this thread
Originally posted by star in a jar
Why try to trick them and help disinformation or misinformation by misleading them, even if you only did it jokingly.
Originally posted by Namaste
Did you ever think that may be the reason they are so fearful of being manipulated? They are aware, at the very least on a subconscious level, that they are easily manipulated.
Originally posted by star in a jar
From that point on they might not believe stories
Originally posted by HumilityIsKey
So, you admit to being a mason, at times heartless, and enjoy tricking people. If I believe this from your post why should I believe anything else... So basically you assasinate your own character hoping to discredit the paranoids, excellent work Sir.
So since its safe to say, they aren't teaching you how to debate or general business practices like marketing in these lodge meetings. What exactly is it you gentlemen do talk about in this "Grand Lodge"?
Originally posted by Skyfloating
At the end of the day it lies in their responsibility what they see as true and what not. Even though manipulation happens its not a one-sided "Im a victim" thing.
Its my responsibility what I buy into. Ive bought into a lot of nonsense in my life simply because I was too lazy to research or think.
Originally posted by plutoxgirl
Fear/paranoia is the first step to become the biggest client in the market of outrageous lies.
Originally posted by andy1033
we do not need people like op, here