Overall, I really like Lemmy, and the communities therein. There do seem to be some more radical takes on this platform than I’m used to. I haven’t heard of anyone being swatted or anything like that on here (or even actively doxxed), but there do seem to be more radical takes that what I’m used to on other platforms. I generally don’t engage with those groups. I’m just here for the memes, and to share my knowledge on topics I like. I don’t want to have to worry much about some bored, idealistic shitlord taking offense and going out of their way to nuke me.

As a new motorhead, how carefully do I need to tread, compared to other platforms? I ask, because it seems like posts on here are cast to a much broader network.

  • Track_ShovelOPEnglish
    2•1 year ago

    I get that, but more of what I’m asking is based around the general ‘vibe’ of the fediverse. (big question, I know). Are you all mostly chill, or are you out for blood?

    • IzzyEnglish
      2•1 year ago

      Every instance and community is going to be different. I’d say on average people are more open to varying opinions than Reddit. A just left of center kind of vibe.

    • pjhenry1216
      2•1 year ago

      It’s all about your instance. Some instances are heavily moderated and will defederate anyone who is remotely toxic. Others do not. You just need to investigate which instance you join. Larger, more popular ones are going to have a broader demographic so, depending on your tolerances, you may have a greater chance of finding something more offensive. Smaller ones tend to have a more curated approach. Both of these observations are generally the case, but there are always exceptions. You can’t really get the vibe of “Lemmy” as a whole (it commonly federates with Kbin servers for instance) or anything else on the fediverse. You need to find an instance that matches your ideals. This is easier said than done. You may even end up finding better ones or finding your current one doesn’t serve your needs any longer. So I suggest finding out what type of migration strategy works best for you and migrate if you ever feel the need.

      • Track_ShovelOP
        1•1 year ago

        Thanks!

        I think I fit pretty well with Solarpunk; though I think they have a bit of a utopian view at times. I think their overarching vision is great, but there are a 500 metric shitons of challenges to get to the world they imagine.

        Want a glimpse of what I’m getting at? Read up on Iron Mountain Mine, Faro Mine, or Giant Mine. Those are just Three out of many, many sites that’ll need cleanup.