Intro
This post will diagnose and explain why TRP isn't quite what it used to be, and how to continue to extract value from its modern form.
When you see readers complain about "how TRP used to be"1, they're usually speaking about a specific thing.
The "thing" was the type of user who frequented TRP several years ago, who:
read
put into action, and
(usually) moved on.
Those that stayed enjoyed teaching, or liked to hear themselves talk. The latter was pushed out if they weren't good at their hobby.2
What changed?
The Old Userbase
If you asked random members WTF redpill was all about years ago, they would tell you something akin to:
"We are guys trading notes about how we got what we wanted. We do it absent of our morals, backgrounds, etc. The point is to find your path to what you want, even if some other guy seems to have a better hand."
TRP is about extracting the ego from the situation, diagnosing accordingly, and making changes. Those who do not are typically some form of Extremist. They stay for a different reason.
The Plight of the Extremist
The Extremist is a tragically comedic character. He deeply worships an ideal of himself that is impossible (or close enough to impossible as to be foolish) while outwardly declaring he is at or approaching the finish line. This is all ego defense, of course.
The Extremist believes that unless you are the top 0.00001%, you have failed.
This is an excuse to never take the first step. To never get to what he thinks is "average" or "normal" before being dissatisfied with it, while trashing normal and average through typed words.
No, the Extremist somehow knows he's dissatisfied with normal, even though he is leagues below that point. The Extremist suffers from his exposure to lifestyle.
The internet is a wealth of knowledge, but an interest payment when your consumption becomes your mindset.
Conclusion
Avoid the Extremist mindset. Better to be better than before, then waste time on creating your perfect idol of yourself. Bonus, you'll improve the whole community as a result.
Follow Up: Check the history before taking advice - you might be surprised who speaks with confidence through the keyboard but posted a question that could be answered by "There's This One Girl..." a week ago.
Source
I am both of those things.
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