I think there should be a discussion about the more general idea of “needing a protocol for discussing dangerous or disconcerting ideas” in addition to the discussion of this specific circumstance.
If you are concerned about an idea driving you insane, the best way to deal with it is to speak in person with friends who can navigate the surrounding meme space.
In the LW memespace you find those people in LW meetups.
Skype call can also work but my ability to affect the emotions of a person when I’m not physically present is significantly limited. It’s a lot better than text but still leaves something to be desired.
I think there should be a discussion about the more general idea of “needing a protocol for discussing dangerous or disconcerting ideas” in addition to the discussion of this specific circumstance.
If you are concerned about an idea driving you insane, the best way to deal with it is to speak in person with friends who can navigate the surrounding meme space.
In the LW memespace you find those people in LW meetups.
Skype call can also work but my ability to affect the emotions of a person when I’m not physically present is significantly limited. It’s a lot better than text but still leaves something to be desired.