[–] lifeduringwartime ago
When I got my new laptop my wife asked if she could see it. When she brought it back there was a piece of tape over the camera. I thought that was funny and the question became one of phones with the GPS, the microphone, front/rear cameras, etc. She is having a hard time with the tracking while offline and so forth.
[–] Fateswebb 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Lolol you've created a monster.
Nah this is normal dude. It's a lot to drop on her at once. Eventually she will settle into a spot of what can we do? Besides spread the word.
I will say however I refuse to get an Alexa. Or one of the other devices like that, so I would agree if she wants to kick Alexa out. That's far too creepy for me.
[–] black6 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago (edited ago)
Coming to terms with the truth is very much the same as the stages of grief. Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Acceptance, etc. Be patient, be empathetic and listen. It's a really hard thing to come to terms with how fucked up reality truly is and it takes time. Be there for her and be supportive.
Think of this as a preview exercise for what the entire country will be going though. When I wrapped my head around 9/11 I was physically sick. The end of the 9/11 Architects and engineers documentary has a segment of psychologists discussing this very difficult process and how to help people through it: (here) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xb5Kdw4D77k
[–] dontstopmenow [S] 1 point 1 point 2 points (+2|-1) ago
Yes - a preview indeed. She's definitely not ignorant to everything, and has been at least partially awake since September when she finally said something like
"OMG it's all a lie - everything right? It's all one big lie."
I hugged her and we had a good laugh as I said "Do you need a glass of water to rinse down that big red pill you just took?" That's why I was surprised by the sudden change and denial.
I think the normies are going to be much more difficult, but maybe not as long as we make sure they still have 4 bars.....seems that's what matters most.
[–] BoraxTheFungarian 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Well, now you have a choice. You either go full off-the-grid Amish, or you accept that you can be listened to and monitored anytime they want. Throwing out a few devices won't stop that. I lean into it and use the opportunity to occassionally preach the gospel and sing to the NSA. You know, teach them how to be decent people. Everyone needs a little lovin.