Situation(beta male became hyper-aggressive, could not physically respond due to location)

AlfredApple · 2017-04-20T00:19:31+00:00

Ignore him. Make a statement to gym management about this incident so it's on record, rinse and repeat until he is banned.

BPasFuck · 2017-04-20T04:49:45+00:00

Look, you encountered someone that probably buys into the typical social justice warrior belief salad, and wanted to get himself some anti-fascist cred by standing up to a piece of shit islamophobe racist fascist future babykiller.

That's you, in his little mythology btw.

Recognize when you're dealing with someone on a holy war. Whether it's militant veganism, LGBTQWTF rights, etc-- these causes are filling the absence of religion and tribe and belonging for these people.

So, you will see more extreme reactions than you might expect from them, because you're living a normal life, with normal, rational concerns.

You did well keeping your calm and not getting physical. Definitely put the word out about his ridiculous behavior, and go about your business.

If it happens again, have him booted from the gym.

vodkamonsta · 2017-04-20T00:59:01+00:00

From my understanding of the culture at universities these days I'm not suprised the reaction you were met with. "Hey guys I rolled myself in honey and poked a bear with a stick and it attacked me!".

As far as fighting goes don't throw the first punch, avoid it if you can and you normally can. You can get in legal trouble, get sued, get a record, get kicked out of school. It's not worth it.

Don't go around poking bees nests, but if you do don't be suprised what happens.

Dtrp · 2017-04-20T02:32:48+00:00

Beating the shit out of someone isn't settling things like adults, it's the exact opposite.

redditJ5 · 2017-04-20T00:49:03+00:00

Seeing hitting him would be bad and could get you in legal problems you don't want. I would, 1. look through him and act like he isn't even there because he is not even worth your time and do not engage at all even if it's funny, 2. Let the staff know if he causes any more trouble.

[deleted] · 2017-04-20T07:31:53+00:00

If you are using steroids illegally, the last thing you would want is having the cops involved.

Deal with beta like you deal with women. When women shout/give you drama, STFU and removing yourself from the situation is the best call. You don't debate/argue with an incensed women, just like you wouldn't naughty child.

1.) Should I just do what I had thought of, which is next time I see him at the gym tell him he has three options.

No, you ignore him unless he assaults you. Who is he to you that you need to waste your time on him?

1.) we go outside and settle it like adults

Adults settle things with words. And as far as you know, this guy is Timothy McVeigh and packing heat. Fists don't matter in a world of concealed carry.

2.) he shuts the fuck up and never talks to me again

By you ignoring him. Telling him to do something is about as effective as choreplay is at getting women to have sex with you.

3.) he continues to be an asshole and I call security and he's banned from the gym.

Yes, that's what a reasonable person would do to someone they are ignoring. Your power matters not to the state, and especially to a courtroom.

michael_wilkins · 2017-04-20T07:38:59+00:00

Well done on walking away. Sounds like you did it pretty well.

It sounds funny, you were in the middle of describing your thesis and some moron comes up to argue about it.

I believe that's known as "defending your thesis"

2comment · 2017-04-20T07:40:06+00:00

I calmly explain to him why he's wrong, and he continues.

You're dealing with raw emotions; you cannot reason someone out of a position he was not reasoned into. It's best to ignore, deflect ("Nice shoes, where you get them?"), de-escalate and depart.

If this is a University gym, grin and bear it until you graduate. In a few months, you want the university to be in your rear view mirror because you graduated free and clear.

Frigzy · 2017-04-20T17:46:56+00:00

I disagree with your thesis, Islamists care only about their own ideology. They simply take whatever they can get and when it doesn't suit their agenda anymore (aka they are powerful enough), they will mercilessly get rid of it.

Insteresting topic though, I have been thinking quite thoroughly on this for years now. I read you offered someone to read your thesis. I'd like to and give you some of my thoughts on it if you want.

As for the confused little man, do not waste your time talking to him. He is convinced that all things are of equal value in this world and that anyone denying that is a diluded criminal that should be silenced. Obviously he fails to see how this mentality is doing exactly the opposite of his utopia. It divides. Just like any ideology does. Like others have said, report the fucker and move on. He won't be the last one you encounter, I promise.

wheresMYsteakAt · 2017-04-20T11:07:50+00:00

I'm surprised you didn't slap him and Tell him unruly women get put in their place in Islam.

mrust · 2017-04-20T12:53:45+00:00

You should't speak to him again and it was a waste of time trying to explain your side of anything. When he ran up to you you could have just said the first thing that naturally came to your mind which was: "you look like you just did a line of coke". Then backturn and ignore.

Or you could have told him he doesn't sound like a very tolerant person, if that amuses you, but do you really want to keep talking to this nutjob?

niczar · 2017-04-21T05:41:55+00:00

Next time you're called islamophobic or transphobic, complain about the sheer ableism of shaming someone for their psychiatric disorder. Your inability to stand degeneracy is a lack of privilege. Also remind your opponent, loudly, that they're a WHITE MALE.

ThePoorAreWorthless · 2017-04-20T07:31:35+00:00

Someone downvoted me? Who the hell do you think you are, fucking little shit.

Title	Situation(beta male became hyper-aggressive, could not physically respond due to location)
Author	KushBallz69420
Upvotes	16
Comments	19
Date	April 20, 2017 12:08 AM UTC (9 years ago)
Subreddit	Posted in /r/askTRP
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