#questionthenarrative

[tmarshconnors]

Reflections on COVID Lockdowns etc

Back in 2020, during the peak of the COVID-19 lockdowns, the world seemed to slip into a surreal state of mass compliance. Governments enacted measures that were unprecedented in scope, all in the name of public health. Many of us, however, saw it differently. We weren’t oblivious to the risks of the virus, but we questioned the extreme measures being taken—the constant fear-mongering, the lockdowns, the mandates. When we banged our drums, metaphorically and literally, to sound the alarm, few wanted to listen. Today, as the world grapples with new challenges, it feels eerily familiar.

In 2020, if you dared to question the narrative, the response was swift and unforgiving. We were labeled “conspiracy theorists”, and “dangerous extremists”. The sheer number of people who accepted the government’s line without question was staggering. When we attended protests to voice our concerns, we were stormed by police, arrested, and in some cases, locked up simply for exercising our right to free speech. Many healthcare workers, who had once been hailed as heroes, were cast aside for speaking out against policies they believed were harming, not helping.

What’s happening now feels like a continuation of that same story. The tactics may have shifted, but the playbook remains largely unchanged. Back then, it was about controlling the pandemic response; now, it's about controlling the narrative around everything from climate policy to digital currencies. The powers that be push harder when they see that people will comply without question. It feels like we're living in the book of “1984” by George Orwell.

For those of us who chose not to comply with mandates—whether it was refusing to wear a mask or opting out of the vaccine the social cost was high. We weren’t just punished by authorities; we were ostracised by our communities. Friends and family members disowned us. I had. Many heated arguments with one of my aunts about how I was placing my Grandmother in harms way by refusing to comply to having the vaccine.

   Social media platforms silenced us for daring to share alternative viewpoints. Yes I am looking at you FACEBOOK! Many of us were spat on, threatened, and assaulted for simply choosing a different path.

Even politicians and celebrities piled on, openly declaring war on those who refused to comply. The vitriol was shocking, and the fact that so many people cheered it on was even more disturbing. The narrative was clear: dissenters were not just wrong, they were dangerous, and they needed to be dealt with harshly.

Looking back, it's easy to see why we're still in this mess today. The events of 2020 set a dangerous precedent. When people accept the erosion of their freedoms in the name of safety, it opens the door for even more extreme measures in the future. Governments, corporations, and global organisations like the World Economic Forum (WEF) have taken note. The more compliance they see, the bolder they become.

We shared information about the WEF's agenda and its vision for the future—one that includes greater control over our lives through digital IDs, surveillance, and centralised power. But instead of sparking meaningful debate, those warnings were met with bans, censorship, and more ridicule. The system wasn’t interested in dialogue; it was interested in silencing dissent.

Despite everything, there are signs of hope. More people are waking up to the reality that they’ve been led down a dangerous path. The cracks in the official narrative are becoming harder to ignore, and the chorus of voices calling for accountability is growing louder. But it’s still not enough.

We’re at a critical juncture, and the lessons of 2020 need to be remembered. The same tactics of fear, division, and control are being deployed today, just in different contexts. If we don’t stand up now, the consequences could be far-reaching.

The fight isn’t over, but it’s encouraging to see more people questioning, resisting, and refusing to be silenced. The world may not have listened back in 2020, but the drums are still beating, and this time, I hope the sound is impossible to ignore.

[elizabethsumpter86]

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[eton75]

The Asch Experiment and the Normalization of Trump’s Reality Distortion

In the 1950s, psychologist Solomon Asch conducted experiments revealing how individuals conform to group opinions, even when they are blatantly incorrect. His findings resonate today, especially in the context of Donald Trump’s political influence.

Trump’s actions often seem destructive and counterintuitive—lying to the public, distorting facts, and manipulating narratives—but over time, they become normalized in public discourse. Much like the participants in Asch’s study, many individuals begin to align their beliefs and perceptions with the dominant narrative, even if it contradicts reality.

Trump’s strategies are no accident. He understands the power of marketing and psychological manipulation. He gaslights the public, making black seem white and truth appear as lies. By leveraging people’s frustrations and anger, he positions himself as a voice for those who feel unheard, even if his actions undermine their well-being.

It’s quicker to demolish a building than to construct one—and Trump exploits this principle. While his words and policies may dismantle institutions and erode trust, they resonate with his base because they tap into deeper emotions and frustrations. Publicly, some claim to disapprove of him, yet privately, they find his rhetoric captivating and even agree with his boldness. This dichotomy is a testament to his skill as a marketer and manipulator.

Trump’s influence is not solely about his actions; it’s about how he reshapes the perception of those actions. The Asch experiment underscores the danger: when enough people accept a false narrative, it can feel like truth. And in that space, the extraordinary becomes ordinary, the destructive becomes normalized, and the cycle of conformity tightens its grip.

As citizens, we must question what we are conforming to. Are we aligning with truth and principles, or are we succumbing to the pull of groupthink?

#AschExperiment #Conformity #TrumpReality #Gaslighting #PoliticalManipulation #PsychologyOfPolitics #ResistGroupThink #TruthMatters #MarketingGenius #RealityDistortion #QuestionTheNarrative #DemocracyMatters

[cornpone]

Doing what I can to help with the great awakening. I put my heart and soul into this, for you.

[cremesoda]

[rowanholistichealing]

Here's the problem with not knowing who you are, not being able to stand within your own sovereignty. The danger of losing touch with your intuition and discernment. You will look to others to tell you the truth of things. You become weak, unable to trust yourself, to dig for your own truth, unwilling to quest for the higher truth. You become tied to and utterly dependent on the tribe for survival, consequently, you become a slave to their narrative and their conditioning. • But the tribe is unwell. And words are easy. • Leaders, saviors, healers, activists, and more, all saying, "Hey - look here! I know the way. Follow me!" And we've stopped looking, only see the sweets they offer up, the perpetual party they promise. We don't see that below that mask is something unwell, desiccated, disease-ridden. They aren't the problem-solvers; THEY ARE THE PROBLEM. • WE ARE THE PROBLEM SOLVERS. WE ARE THE ANSWER. • All it takes is a pause. A question. Your body understands energy. Trust it. Energy doesn't lie. • #questionthenarrative #trustyourgut #wordsareeasy #thetribeisunwell #bewarethecandyman #energydoesntlie #trustyourself https://www.instagram.com/p/CDzGE5cpGz8/?igshid=u2etaxax0nz0

[hectorgdiaz]

Perspective is everything. . . . . 🤣 #thinkstatus #carlsagan #alllivesmatter #perspective #questionthenarrative (at Thousand Oaks, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CA-wCeIAekq/?igshid=aonwdidzngyf

[bwellbhappy]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNI8_vRI17g Stay informed. Draw your educated conclusions using your critical thinking skills. #criticalthinking #thinkcritically #questionthenarrative #doyourownresearch #getwoke @drbuttar https://www.instagram.com/p/B_LHLEmnDBI_fUlRnJnveEQvbzmpFjEQpeFyEI0/?igshid=qi1fljpkyqb6

[thefreethoughtprojectcom]

We would never tell you what to think. We just want you to ask questions!

Seychelles: https://news.yahoo.com/world-most-vaccinated-nation-sees-212354694.html

USS Fort McHenry: https://thefreethoughtproject.com/us-navy-ship-quarantined-sea-vaccination/

#QuestionTheNarrative #Think #TheFreeThoughtProject #TFTP #USSFortMcHenry #Seychelles

[elizabethsumpter86]

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[sosanista]

Oakland’s Cat Brooks of the Anti-Police Terror Project addresses supporters of Yuvette Henderson, a mother of four who was murdered by Emeryville Police.

[elizabethsumpter86]

Come explore with me! Rockwood Reservations. Wildwood, Missouri. . . . . . . . #rockwoodreservation #wildwoodmissouri #park #conservation #ruins #ancientruins #ancienthistory #tartaria #tartarianempire #TartarianRuins #Tartarian #antideluvian #GoOutside #AskQuestions #BootsOnTheGround #Explorer #ExplorePage #Explore #Adventure #ModernExplorer #HiddenHistory #AskQuestions #QuestionTheNarrative #TartarianResearch #postoftheday #nomad #nomadlife #Supertramp #supertramp86 (at Rockwood Reservation -Lime Kiln Trailhead) https://www.instagram.com/p/CppnOPNLPwd/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=