Pseudonymity and self-defined circles

ThirdSpace is a place for ideas. Some ideas are dangerous, especially to those who hold them. So, to avoid, or at least mitigate, some of that danger, anonymity, and pseudonymity can be a powerful tool. On ThirdSpace,

• Anonymity is given. Make a comment, and it is published as ‘Anonymous.’
• Pseudonymity is golden. Consistently posting with a fictitious name grants you a consistent voice, and is shareable with those for whom you’d like to know it is you. Pseudonymity, therefore, can be helpful to everyone, but especially those in your circle.

As ThirdSpace is a public website, it is open to anyone. We start with just a small group of around six, and it may remain a relatively tight circle, or not. Either way, you chose your circle, regardless of whether you know me, or anyone else, or not.

The principle is freedom of thought. A space to explore and express what you believe; to feel free to fight for your beliefs, or change them. It doesn’t need to cost anyone ‘face’ to do so. Your right to be wrong is respectfully retained, though not necessarily remain unchallenged. The opportunities for learning are becoming are rich.

So, pick a pseudonym (or two, or three, if you’d like to explore more than one persona, or create more than once circle of people to post among). Remember, you decide who is in and not in your circle. Plus, you can always publish anonymously too. Let me encourage epistemic humility while being true to yourself. Enjoy the journey and happy posting!