Many people left X because it thrives on hate-driven engagement. In terms of reducing hostile and toxic interactions, how much better is the Fediverse, really?
I’ve seen Fediverse enthusiasts mock people who prefer BlueSky, calling them "normies" and speaking with a sense of superiority when defending this space.
Even within the Fediverse, we often get caught up in technicalities, apps, protocols, federation details, and other things that most people simply don't care about. People just want to connect, find community, and read meaningful content.
If we can’t tolerate others choosing different paths or platforms, then we’re reproducing the very behavior that pushed many away from X in the first place.
If we want the Fediverse to grow, we need better technology, as well as more empathy and openness.
