Ha! I was definitely on the receiving end of this behavior recently, from a "follower." I didn't know what to call it, or how to put into words what it felt like~ but the following perfectly describes my experience, and informed me of that individual's level of dysfunction. Needless to say, I immediately 'muted' his account.
Ha! I was definitely on the receiving end of this behavior recently, from a "follower." I didn't know what to call it, or how to put into words what it felt like~ but the following perfectly describes my experience, and informed me of that individual's level of dysfunction. Needless to say, I immediately 'muted' his account.
SEALIONING is a trolling or harassment tactic in online discussions and blogs. It involves the attacker asking relentless and insincere questions or requests for evidence under the guise of civility and a desire for genuine debate. These requests are often tangential or previously addressed and the attacker maintains a pretense of civility and sincerity, while feigning ignorance of the subject matter. Sealioning is aimed at exhausting the patience and goodwill of the target, making them appear unreasonable.
Thank you for all you do, Dr. Malone. Your posts are always exquisitely informative, and I am routinely amazed by how prolific you are. I spread your materials around my social media platforms, not because I'm seeking "rewards," but because they're so valuable, the impulse in me is literally irrepressible.
Ha! I was definitely on the receiving end of this behavior recently, from a "follower." I didn't know what to call it, or how to put into words what it felt like~ but the following perfectly describes my experience, and informed me of that individual's level of dysfunction. Needless to say, I immediately 'muted' his account.
SEALIONING is a trolling or harassment tactic in online discussions and blogs. It involves the attacker asking relentless and insincere questions or requests for evidence under the guise of civility and a desire for genuine debate. These requests are often tangential or previously addressed and the attacker maintains a pretense of civility and sincerity, while feigning ignorance of the subject matter. Sealioning is aimed at exhausting the patience and goodwill of the target, making them appear unreasonable.
Thank you for all you do, Dr. Malone. Your posts are always exquisitely informative, and I am routinely amazed by how prolific you are. I spread your materials around my social media platforms, not because I'm seeking "rewards," but because they're so valuable, the impulse in me is literally irrepressible.