Here's a thought: How about when we see someone "fail" online (or in real life), or even make a fool of themselves, don't mock them. Is that so hard? Even someone who seems to be "asking" to be mocked, we just shouldn't do it. Never attack someone's character. If they're being mean to someone, or hurting someone, or misleading people, call them out on it. But otherwise, if they tried something and fell short, or just experienced embarrassment, or are feeling down on themselves for whatever reason, don't pile on them, don't laugh from behind your computer screen, don't add to the echo chamber of negativity inside their head. You don't know what they're going through. Just extend a comforting word wishing them well, hoping they're OK, telling them not to worry, etc. But never add to their pain.
This isn't directed at anyone in particular. Just me venting my ongoing frustrations with the cruelty of man.
