Part of my joy comes from blocking angry dudes that feel entitled to engagement. Highly recommend it!
I don't have to talk with everybody. There are so many people that are genuinely curious and open minded, that I just don't have to deal with these dudes.
There's an effectively infinite supply of "dudes on the internet." There is absolutely no shortage. The marginal cost of blocking one, is close to zero.
"Well, what about the marketplace of ideas huh? Not very inclusive of you!"
OK!
@mekkaokereke The marginal cost is at least slightly positive, I would think, given the mental space not occupied and the negativity avoided. Or to use an anime reference: