The article discusses how a friend faced online harassment due to his controversial views. Despite feeling overwhelmed by abusive messages and threats, after taking a week off social media, he discovered that the trolls had largely moved on. This experience highlighted that managing one's perception and attention can effectively diminish the distress caused by online interactions. The author argues that such coping strategies can be applied beyond social media to tackle various challenges in modern life.
Changing your perception and withholding your attention are great ways of regaining control over online abuse.
By reframing your perspective and shifting focus away from negativity, you can significantly lessen the impact of online harassment.
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