Safe Spaces

Originally posted by Surtur
I think people also need to learn to not be so sensitive, that kind of goes hand in hand with not being an a-hole. Since overly sensitive people fall under the "a-hole" category as well.

For instance I was indeed raised to be polite to people in public. To the point it became a reflex, like putting on a seat belt. But it doesn't mean I can't handle it when others aren't, it doesn't bother me.

A person's safe space is their bedroom, or their home or some private area that they are in control of. Public spaces generally can't be controlled in such a way.

If some racist ******* starts spewing nonsense in public, best learn to ignore them. Ignoring idiots is a valuable skill.

Originally posted by BackFire
A person's safe space is their bedroom, or their home or some private area that they are in control of. Public spaces generally can't be controlled in such a way.

If some racist ******* starts spewing nonsense in public, best learn to ignore them. Ignoring idiots is a valuable skill.

That's only true as long as you don't forget the SAFE WORD!!!!!!!

Silly goose.

Originally posted by Surtur
I think people also need to learn to not be so sensitive, that kind of goes hand in hand with not being an a-hole. Since overly sensitive people fall under the "a-hole" category as well.

For instance I was indeed raised to be polite to people in public. To the point it became a reflex, like putting on a seat belt. But it doesn't mean I can't handle it when others aren't, it doesn't bother me.

I'll give you all a safe place in my dungeon.

The irony of Yale and Harvard assholes complaining about issues of privilege.

The truth is, the kids at those universities could complain about needing to wipe their own arses, and the administration will bend over backwards to validate them, because endowments.

Originally posted by BackFire
A person's safe space is their bedroom, or their home or some private area that they are in control of. Public spaces generally can't be controlled in such a way.

If some racist ******* starts spewing nonsense in public, best learn to ignore them. Ignoring idiots is a valuable skill.

Well said. You can make your living room as 'safe' as you like, but stay the hell away from public spaces/campuses/universities/etc.

What's the point?

Can't live in a Safe Place for the rest of your life.

Originally posted by Esau Cairn
What's the point?

Can't live in a Safe Place for the rest of your life.

The point is that a specific safe space allows you to do things in a more relaxed, comforting environment. Lower your defenses, not have to worry about things as much.

And especially in school, having to deal with crap at school- like people yelling racist remarks- makes it harder to learn. So, since schools are for learning, you can see the angle they're coming from.

People normally do their best without distractions, and that can help arm and prepare them for when they go into the wilder world.

Sure, but demanding a safe space in a public space is absurd.

That recent incident where reporters were physically threatened was done in the name of "safe spaces", in an area that was legally designated as open to the public.

Originally posted by Q99
The point is that a specific safe space allows you to do things in a more relaxed, comforting environment. Lower your defenses, not have to worry about things as much.

And especially in school, having to deal with crap at school- like people yelling racist remarks- makes it harder to learn. So, since schools are for learning, you can see the angle they're coming from.

People normally do their best without distractions, and that can help arm and prepare them for when they go into the wilder world.

Originally posted by Emperordmb
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And by promoting escapism, which promotes hypersensitivity and a refusal to listen to opposing ideas, the oppressed people would have an even harder time at reaching for equality when there's no dialogue or communication or collaboration surrounding the issue.

exactly. another minion for someone stronger or more in power

Originally posted by Bardock42
I think it is perfectly fine for people to create spaces for themselves where they will not tolerate certain things, i.e. racism, sexism, etc.

So they should tolerate it everywhere else? Gotcha 👆

Originally posted by Q99
The point is that a specific safe space allows you to do things in a more relaxed, comforting environment. Lower your defenses, not have to worry about things as much.

And especially in school, having to deal with crap at school- like people yelling racist remarks- makes it harder to learn. So, since schools are for learning, you can see the angle they're coming from.

People normally do their best without distractions, and that can help arm and prepare them for when they go into the wilder world.

I think as a species, we need to toughen the F up.

I don't know what kind of schools you're referring too but it's pretty much unacceptable to yell out racist or sexist remarks in the classroom or the playground already. Students do get in trouble for that & suspended & expelled too.

That's kinda normal practice 30 plus years ago when I went to school & now as well in my son's school.

Originally posted by Q99
The point is that a specific safe space allows you to do things in a more relaxed, comforting environment. Lower your defenses, not have to worry about things as much.

And especially in school, having to deal with crap at school- like people yelling racist remarks- makes it harder to learn. So, since schools are for learning, you can see the angle they're coming from.

People normally do their best without distractions, and that can help arm and prepare them for when they go into the wilder world.

I think just yelling out racist remarks, or any other kind of remarks, during class would be considered disruptive and not permissible. And like Esau Cairn has pointed out, this sort of behavior is unacceptable in general and has little to do with 'safe spaces' that we're discussing.

Originally posted by ArtificialGlory
I think just yelling out racist remarks, or any other kind of remarks, during class would be considered disruptive and not permissible. And like Esau Cairn has pointed out, this sort of behavior is unacceptable in general and has little to do with 'safe spaces' that we're discussing.

True.

Still, I do think it's generally a good idea to, say, give heads-up warnings when going into sensitive subjects. Not a banning of 'em, just disclaimers and such can help people be more comfortable.

Originally posted by Q99
True.

Still, I do think it's generally a good idea to, say, give heads-up warnings when going into sensitive subjects. Not a banning of 'em, just disclaimers and such can help people be more comfortable.

Sure, but these heads-up warnings would have to be purely of suggestive nature and completely optional.

Originally posted by Q99
True.

Still, I do think it's generally a good idea to, say, give heads-up warnings when going into sensitive subjects. Not a banning of 'em, just disclaimers and such can help people be more comfortable.

So, we all really have a problem with what amounts to a club or proprietor of private space not tolerating certain language or aggression?

I mean, seriously, you guys need to grow up, be less sensitive, and realise that in life, as an adult you don't get to spout your infantile opinions everywhere you want. You are whiny as ****.

Originally posted by Bardock42
So, we all really have a problem with what amounts to a club or proprietor of private space not tolerating certain language or aggression?

I mean, seriously, you guys need to grow up, be less sensitive, and realise that in life, as an adult you don't get to spout your infantile opinions everywhere you want. You are whiny as ****.