This archive report was first published on 2 November 2019.
Published on November 2, 2019, a group of individuals who have faced online backlash and cancellation shared their experiences and surprising perspectives on the phenomenon.
Embracing Cancellation ¶
Ms. Herzog, who has advised others through their cancellations, believes that embracing being canceled can be a positive experience. She notes that it has made her 'smarter, more skeptical, more empathetic, and much less quick to judge' than before.
Ms. Herzog's advice to those facing cancellation is to 'embrace being canceled' and to see it as an opportunity for growth. She hopes that everyone will experience cancellation, saying, 'Which is why I hope everyone is canceled.'
Mr. Rubin, who has also faced cancellation, views it as a 'gift.' He believes that it has allowed him to focus on his work and has given him a sense of freedom.
Ms. Phetasy shares a similar perspective, saying, 'They can't cancel you if you don't care.' She believes that people should not let online backlash dictate their actions or emotions.
Ms. Smith notes that those who identify as 'SJWs' often have 'allies' who leave when they are no longer speaking the ideology. She believes that this is a natural consequence of holding strong convictions.
Mr. Doyle, who has faced online abuse and damage to his reputation, believes that being canceled is not the same as being silenced. He notes that he is still able to do the work he wants to do and that retreating from the situation makes one appear as a victim.
