How to Deal with Trolls Online: A Guide with Some Jokes

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Trolls are everywhere on the internet. They are people who deliberately post provocative, offensive, or false messages online to annoy, upset, or harm others. They may do it for various reasons, such as seeking attention, boredom, revenge, amusement, or simply enjoying causing pain. Trolling can have serious negative effects on the victims, such as disrupted sleep, lowered self-esteem, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, and even suicide. Trolling can also damage the quality of online discussions and communities by creating hostility and distrust.

    So how can we deal with trolls online? Here are some tips and tricks that may help you cope with trolling in a healthy and humorous way.

Tip 1: Don't Feed the Trolls

The most important rule of thumb when dealing with trolls is to ignore them. Trolls thrive on getting reactions from their targets and their audience. They want you to feel angry, hurt, or defensive. They want you to engage with them and give them more attention. They want you to amplify their hateful messages by responding or sharing them. By doing so, you are giving them exactly what they want and encouraging them to continue.

    Instead of feeding the trolls, starve them. Don't reply to their comments or messages. Don't acknowledge their existence. Don't let them get under your skin. Pretend they are invisible or mute them if possible. Remember that they are not worth your time or energy.

    Joke: How do you make a troll happy? You don't.

Tip 2: Report and Block the Trolls

Sometimes ignoring the trolls is not enough. If they persist in harassing you or crossing the line into illegal behavior (such as threats of violence, stalking, doxing), then you should report them to the platform where they are trolling and block them from contacting you again. Reporting and blocking trolls can help protect yourself and others from further harm. It can also send a message that trolling is not tolerated and may result in consequences for the perpetrators.

    Joke: What do you call a troll who gets reported and blocked? A troll-eye problem.

Tip 3: Seek Support from Others

Dealing with trolls can be stressful and upsetting. It can make you feel isolated and vulnerable. That's why it's important to seek support from others who care about you and understand what you're going through. You can talk to your friends, family members, therapists, or online communities that share your interests or experiences. They can offer you emotional support, practical advice, or positive feedback. They can also help you put things into perspective and remind you that trolls are not representative of reality or society.

    Joke: What do you call a group of people who support each other against trolls? A troll force.

Tip 4: Focus on the Positive Aspects of Online Interaction

Trolls may seem like they dominate the internet, but they are actually a minority compared to the majority of people who use online platforms for good purposes, such as learning, sharing, creating, and connecting. Instead of letting trolls ruin your online experience, focus on the positive aspects of online interaction. Celebrate your achievements, express your opinions, enjoy your hobbies, and interact with people who inspire you, respect you, and appreciate you. Remember that there are more good people than bad people online, and that trolling is not normal or acceptable behavior.

    Joke: What do you call an online platform without trolls? A utopia.

Conclusion

Trolling is a serious problem that affects many people online. It can cause, and psychological harm to both individuals and communities. However, there are ways to deal with trolls effectively without letting them get what they want. By following these tips, you can protect yourself from trolling, seek support from others, and focus on the positive aspects of online interaction. You can also use humor as a coping mechanism to lighten up your mood and reduce stress. Remember that trolling says more about the troll than about you, and that you are not alone in this fight.

    Joke: How do you end a blog post about trolling? With a punchline.

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