[Hyper-accelerated expression on social media produces value for the platform and is a form of communication driven by fear and anger as opposed to reflection and reason. They become like firecrackers that trigger other firecrackers, soon filling the room with smoke. Outrage drives engagement while publishers promote articles that fan the flames.]

[Standing apart is to take the view of an outsider without leaving, to know your enemy, to allow belief in another world while continuing to live in this one.]