TDS

[Hound of Heaven]

Why do you spend your good time posting walls of text in response to US?

Oh, I always knew the truth would bubble up to the surface, especially from you, Kishkumen!

You're the reigning champion of using this board as your personal therapy couch to vent about your epic battles with Trump derangement syndrome. It's like watching a reality show unfold!

Take a gander at the masterpiece you crafted in the quote I shared! It seems like you see this board as your personal social club, and you're baffled that someone would dare to share an opinion that doesn't fit the trendy progressive vibe that's all the rage here.

Alright, let’s dissect that sentence you crafted because it’s crucial to grasp what you’ve penned. This way, we can all get a peek into the fascinating world of those who seem to have a case of Trump derangement syndrome and their unique thought process! You asked, "Why do you spend your good time posting walls of text in response to us?" Well, isn't it just delightful that you chose to say "us" while pondering why I share my thoughts on a board meant for, you know, sharing thoughts?

You’re really diving deep into the psychology of pronouns here, huh? Asking why I post on this board is like asking why a cat knocks things off a table, it's just part of the fun! So, what you're really getting at is, why do you waltz in here with a totally different opinion than what the majority of folks around here swear is the gospel truth!

Clearly, when I share my thoughts, your brain is doing the cha-cha of confusion, and you get all riled up that I dare to have a different take! So, when you toss around the word "us" to talk about the board and its oh-so-progressive story, you're just backing up my claim that progressivism is like a club where everyone wears matching t-shirts.

You see everyone who nods along with your progressive ideas as a special squad of brainiacs, the only ones who truly grasp how perilous you think Donald Trump is. It's like a secret society, but with less intrigue and more hashtags! You've transformed Trump into your very own devil, and now you're battling him like Mormons take on the prince of darkness! Thanks for using the word "us" to include you, Canpakes, Molokm Schmo, Jersey Girl, and all the other progressive cult members who treat this board like their very own personal church, where they come to spread the gospel of progressivism.

Does your progressive leaning church have a name? Is Schmo the bishop? Is Jersey Girl allowed to pass the sacrament?

[Hound of Heaven]

Kishkumen, the name that sounds like a sneeze but is actually a character from ancient tales! It seems like you might be taking my posts here a bit too personally, and I can’t help but wonder if my opinions are causing you to lose your cool over your progressive views!

Is your glaring rage at me possibly because my threads are stealing the spotlight from yours? It seems like your last 8 threads have been more like a one-page wonder, while my threads are throwing a party and inviting all the pages! That must be quite the spectacle for you, especially since you see yourself as a brainiac lugging around that oversized coffee cup like it's a trophy!

[Kishkumen]

Thanks for the hearty laughs, HoH. I really appreciate it. I am so happy to learn that, when I thought people were disagreeing with me, they were actually agreeing with me. Little did I know how popular I am around here! Wow.

Thanks for making me feel loved today. I suppose my newfound popularity springs from you being so strangely unhinged. I type a few lines, and it's off to the races with you, typing page upon page, post upon post, in apoplectic rage, scrambling furiously to climb over the mountain of shame and self-loathing you have accumulated from being Trump's prison bitch.

[Gadianton]

Hound,

Have you figured out that you're a Trump supporter and not an old-school Democrat yet? Ceeboo hasn't.

You won. And it's the shock and awe you were hoping for. The desperation of your enemies and all that. So, why are you wasting your time here? I mean, you're welcome to. But why not celebrate the glory days of Tariffs, deportations, and military police? If you explain what a tariff is to Ceebs he may get so excited that he'll celebrate with you.

[canpakes]

It seems like you see this board as your personal social club, …

I flipped the board over and looked on the bottom … sure enough, it says, ‘Kish’s Personal Social Club’. All good.

[Molok]

You see everyone who nods along with your progressive ideas as a special squad of brainiacs, the only ones who truly grasp how perilous you think Donald Trump is.

So, in the end, all this boils down to is an inferiority complex. That's a bit pathetic, don't you think?

[huckelberry]

Most of the time I imagine that the percentage of people hoping our life and country could get better is large enough to include Hound. Why Trump wants to make America great so he is a progressive.

It is possible that there a few people who want to make things worse, perhaps revenge on the world for their frustration and unhappiness. It is possible a few such people support Trump knowing that he really is not a progressive like he claims to be.

I think there are more people who feel progressives of the D preference are not making enough progress so want to tr y the T version. This change may not include much thought but an individual exception could explain.

[Kishkumen]

I flipped the board over and looked on the bottom … sure enough, it says, ‘Kish’s Personal Social Club’. All good.

Had I known this, my entire approach to this board would have been very different!

Why am I always the last to know?

[Kishkumen]

Most of the time I imagine that the percentage of people hoping our life and country could get better is large enough to include Hound. Why Trump wants to make America great so he is a progressive.

It is possible that there a few people who want to make things worse, perhaps revenge on the world for their frustration and unhappiness. It is possible a few such people support Trump knowing that he really is not a progressive like he claims to be.

I think there are more people who feel progressives of the D preference are not making enough progress so want to tr y the T version. This change may not include much thought but an individual exception could explain.

The road to hell is paved with good intentions. The question is not what people hoped would happen by voting for candidate X, the question is what likelihood they could reasonably have had of their hopes being realized. There is only so much time and grace owed to the stupid or ignorant for their bad judgment in voting for Trump. If they persist in believing that a cruel, stupid narcissist who exercises the very worst in bad judgment is helping the country in any way, while he dismantles the government, covers the ceiling of the Oval Office in gold leaf, and violates the Constitution repeatedly to harm the innocent, they are more to be pitied or even resented for their catastrophically blinkered decisions.

[Dr Exiled]

Here is an interesting article on TDS and its symptoms and possible treatments:

https://countmetalmind.substack.com/p/t ... e-symptoms

From the article:

Symptoms
TDS manifests as a constellation of psychological, emotional, and behavioral symptoms.

1. Acute Emotional Dysregulation
Patients experience intense emotional episodes, ranging from uncontrollable crying to unprovoked anger. Common triggers include Trump-related news, celebratory Republican memes, or Kamala Harris impersonations.

2. Cognitive Distortions
Catastrophizing: Patients believe Trump’s re-election signifies the end of democracy, human rights, and even life as we know it.
Projection: Accusing others of being fascists while demonstrating authoritarian tendencies, such as silencing dissent.

3. Paranoia and Hypervigilance
Persistent fear that Trump supporters are “everywhere,” even in safe spaces like yoga studios or vegan cafes.
Some patients report seeing MAGA hats in their dreams.

4. Social Withdrawal
Many sufferers isolate themselves from perceived Trump supporters, even close family and friends.
Increased reliance on therapy animals, particularly dogs named "Justice" or "Hope."

5. Physical Symptoms
Migraines triggered by red ties or American flags.
Loss of appetite, except for comfort foods like oat milk and vegan donuts.

6. Rage-Fueled Compulsions
Repeatedly commenting “ORANGE MAN BAD” on unrelated online forums.
Attending multiple protests per week, sometimes against no specific policy or event.

Possible Treatments:

Treatment Approaches
Treatment for TDS involves a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, and social integration strategies.

1. Cognitive Restructuring
Therapists work with patients to challenge irrational beliefs, such as “Trump is literally Hitler.” By analyzing factual evidence, patients learn to differentiate hyperbole from reality.

2. Controlled Exposure Therapy
Patients are gradually exposed to Trump-related content in a safe, controlled environment.
Advanced stages include attending Trump rallies to desensitize patients to MAGA chants.

3. Humor-Based Therapy
Patients are encouraged to watch nonpartisan satire, such as South Park, to regain a sense of humor about politics.
Exposure to Babylon Bee articles helps build resilience against offensive memes.

4. Social Reconnection Exercises
Encouraging patients to engage with people holding differing opinions to rebuild social skills and tolerance.

5. Mindfulness and Stress Reduction
Techniques like meditation and deep breathing exercises help patients manage acute emotional episodes.

I'm sure no one here needs the above, but sometimes over-the-top denials mean further reflection is needed.