Item #2 is claiming my very IDENTITY is affected. I merge with others somehow. But only online. Because I am non-corporal or something. At least that is how I read it. And I don't think that happens at all.

As I understand the concept of "identity," it is fairly static over time. It isn't going to change just because I interact with someone online.

Now I might become crabby af when interacting with certain kinds of people enough times in single day. But that's just me feeling crabby. My identity doesn't change.

I might change beliefs if provided evidence to support it.

Both of these examples are just as true in person.

Maybe I'm just an idiot reading #2 wrong. It was super early and the ADHD meds didn't kick in. Wouldn't be the first time. Peace.

[–] Kolanaki@yiffit.net 2 points 8 months ago

I agree that our identity is affected by others, but in every interaction. Online or off. It's not always dramatic, but I would still say everyone is influenced by interacting with others. This includes the core of their identity, just like all other experiences affect and shape who you are, what you believe, etc.