This quote from artist and writer Austin Kleon reminds us that kindness and respect can go a long way. When we're online we're part of a vast worldwide community that can, at the same time, feel as small as a neighborhood. It's easy to become overwhelmed by anger and lash out when there isn't someone in front of you, so it helps to imagine that there is. We're all likely aware that anger can hurt and breed more anger, but it's a good thing to keep in the back of your mind. There's nothing wrong with conflict, but it's far more productive when you keep a level head. Next time you're enraged by the internet, put the conversation in the context of a small town and, you know, be nice.

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