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1. Matt Gray (mattgrayyes@chaos.social)'s status on Monday, 01-Jul-2024 16:53:21 CEST Matt Gray

   Representation is important, especially during times like these where people are marginalised and turned into scapegoats regularly.

   So here’s some stuff that, while none of your business, I’ll share in case it helps anyone feeling alone or unsupported.

   I’m non-binary and have gender dysphoria.
   I’m prob demisexual & polyamorous.

   I’ve got ADHD, ASD, and a history of depression, and panic & anxiety disorders.
   I take anti depressants monitored by a psychiatrist, and see a therapist regularly.

   • Michael Vogel (heluecht@pirati.ca)'s status on Monday, 01-Jul-2024 16:53:21 CEST Michael Vogel

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     @mattgrayyes I feel like all of this is essentially you - and I think that's why people like you. (At least I really like what you do and how you are doing it)
   • Matt Gray (mattgrayyes@chaos.social)'s status on Monday, 01-Jul-2024 16:59:17 CEST Matt Gray

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     Being “person off the internet” I’m usually careful not to talk about personal stuff. I’m in the odd position where people have a parasocial relationship with me, and are interested in me and my life.

     I enjoy sharing my work, humour, and things I’ve made online. But that doesn’t entitle anyone to know anything about my personal life.

     I’ve seen other creators have their life and relationships discussed, and I don’t want that.
     I’m sharing personal info despite this, in case it helps someone.

   • Michael Vogel (heluecht@pirati.ca)'s status on Monday, 01-Jul-2024 16:59:17 CEST Michael Vogel

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     @mattgrayyes I never heard the word "parasocial relationship" before - but yeah, this is a good explanation of the relation between content creators and their consumers. Please don't feel obliged to share more than you feel comfortable about.