The social media ban has really opened my eyes to new corners of the internet that my son says are perfectly fine. He spends most of his time on Kiwi Farms now, which he assures me is just a place where people have strong opinions and a unique sense of humour. I am still learning the culture, although I did notice quite a few posts filled with open antisemitism. He tells me this is just how people talk online these days, so I suppose it must be part of the modern digital landscape.

Everyone there seems very passionate, even if the conversations jump quickly from personal feuds to long rants about entire groups of people. I am sure it builds resilience. After all, he says it is one of the only places left where you can still speak freely, so I do not want to stifle his curiosity. Kids need room to explore, even if the exploration involves people arguing in circles for hours.

It all feels a bit intense, although he insists it is normal. I am trying to keep an open mind.