Ya'll taught me a lot this year

[AWESOM-O]

2013 was a pretty seminal year for me, and one that I'll consider a turning point in the future, as I see it. Looking back on the year, what surprises me a lot is how much I learned from you good people on this forum.

Van Cruncheon: Really opened my eyes to how much of my male-privilege and white-privilege I take for granted. Forced me to confront the fact that I still held a lot of entitled and misogynistic views, even if many of them were subconscious.

The Business: Made me think a lot more about how badly I'd treated a lot of the people I interact with. Made me consider the meaning of being a gentleman.

Himu: Made me realize that I was actually pretty transphobic a lot of the time. Opened my eyes to trans issues.

Positive Touch: Showed me how much of a douchebag I was being about thinking I know what's best for other people and being willing to take essential freedoms away from people in the name of creating a "better society." Didn't beat around the bush about how douchey that actually was, which, while difficult to deal with at the time, was really what I needed to hear.

Wrath: Constantly held me accountable for my bullshit. Called me out for having a "god complex", which I totally did, and have had for years. Showed me that I really am not nearly as knowledgeable as I thought I was. Along with Esch, also turned me on to some really good music.

Devolution: Like Van Cruncheon, a constant reminder of how much privilege really exists and how much I've benefited from it.

Triumph: Despite the gruff exterior, really a kind person at heart. Definitely drove me to try to be more like him in this aspect.

Mandark: Essentially a far superior version of me. Doesn't give in to emotional arguments, maintains rationality at all times, and doesn't spout off on stuff he doesn't know much about until he's done plenty of research. This is how I'd like to be able to debate people eventually.

Shaka: Such an open and accepting person who makes everyone love him through kindness. Really makes me want to improve myself in this regard.

I think at this point I'm a much better human being than I was at the beginning of the year, and it's really amazing how much of it is due to ya'll. I sincerely thank you for that. Hope you guys have a great holiday season.

[demi]

you didnt actually swallow the piss they put in your mouth did you? everyone on that list was trolling the shit out of you.

[Akala]

This is the gayest thread ive ever seen on the bore, and that really says something.

[CatsCatsCats]

I can relate, I learned a lot from getting my ass handed to me here a few times too. Mostly it was dont take this site seriously at all, but there were some other good nuggets too.

[Akala]

This is the gayest thread ive ever seen on the bore, and that really says something.

Straight is overrated.

yeah you right 

[Olivia Wilde Homo]

What a goofy thread.

It seems like every few months, you feel the need to declare that you had some epiphany.  Rather than continually declaring how much you've grown, show us by actions.

you didnt actually swallow the piss they put in your mouth did you? everyone on that list was trolling the shit out of you.

Also this

[Madrun Badrun]

AWESOM-O:  You taught me the sense of community and joy one gets when listing names in bold.  Shaka, Drinky,  Positive Touch, Wrath, Esch,  Triumph, Mandark, The Business, Himu, PD. Feels good man. 

[Diunx]

Threads like this always get me thinking about how I am not educating you guys in the ways of the latino culture as much as I should, maybe I'll do that one of my new years resolutions, what say you maricones (fakkits in spanish)?

[Great Rumbler]

The only thing The Bore ever taught me is that apparently a rape dumpster is a thing to be desired.

[BlackMage]

You didn't learnded nothing from me?!

[Human Snorenado]

Threads like this always get me thinking about how I am not educating you guys in the ways of the latino culture as much as I should, maybe I'll do that one of my new years resolutions, what say you maricones (fakkits in spanish)?

Tell us more about Taco Bell and MGS, true twin pillars of the latino culture.

[StealthFan]

[Raban]

Threads like this always get me thinking about how I am not educating you guys in the ways of the latino culture as much as I should, maybe I'll do that one of my new years resolutions, what say you maricones (fakkits in spanish)?

Tell us more about Taco Bell and MGS, true twin pillars of the latino culture.

Holy shit

[benjipwns]

The only thing The Bore ever taught me is that apparently a rape dumpster is a thing to be desired.

Guess what, sometimes something good happens to you and you want to celebrate with the "family."

[Phoenix Dark]

I didn't teach you anything? So why did you keep PMing me on facebook throughout 2013

[hampster]

Didn't you post in the relationship thread about having a gf now? They didn't teach you anything, you're just happy right now

Just make sure you stay happy after the relationship ends!

[Rufus]

Threads like this always get me thinking about how I am not educating you guys in the ways of the latino culture as much as I should, maybe I'll do that one of my new years resolutions, what say you maricones (fakkits in spanish)?

Buttefrlies? Aw, that's nice.  Much better than 'kindling'.

[Barry Egan]

Mandark: Essentially a far superior version of me.

I honestly see no resemblance between you and Mandark, and I would never in a million years consider you versions of one another.  How are you similar?  Did you just mean to say he is superior to you, full stop? 

[Diunx]

Threads like this always get me thinking about how I am not educating you guys in the ways of the latino culture as much as I should, maybe I'll do that one of my new years resolutions, what say you maricones (fakkits in spanish)?

Tell us more about Taco Bell and MGS, true twin pillars of the latino culture.

Not even mention Taco Bell to me! all the sudden they think they are fucking high end food or some shit, crunchy wraps are almost the same price as a wendys double! fuck that ruido(noise in spanish)!

[recursivelyenumerable]

Seeing your name in bold is the new seeing your name in lights. Many dream of it, few achieve it, and those who do come to wonder whether it was worth the terrible cost.

[Tasty]

TBH I still don't really know how to feel about you AWESOME-O but your openness about trying to improve yourself definitely deserves some kudos.

Maybe someday we can be friends instead of just rape dumpster playmates. 

[Reb]

Could somebody bold my name? i'm losing my boner.

[Madrun Badrun]

Could somebody bold my name? i'm losing my boner.

Rebiak:  You taught me that the other kids will make fun of me if I don't buy Nike or Adidas.