Question from a reader:
Recently, I became aware of an account on YouTube making threats against Watanabe Nagisa. Among the posts was an image of a knife placed on top of a photo book, which made me feel more fear than surprise. I believe that such twisted personal grudges and obsessions can’t simply be dismissed as bad internet humor. If the
perpetrator is a woman, there’s a chance that people around her might dismiss it with “That’s impossible,” which makes it even scarier. How should we, as ordinary people, confront such posts?
Thoughts on Recent News
Recently, I learned about the existence of a threatening account against Watanabe Nagisa on YouTube, and to be honest, it really hurt my heart. Just seeing a knife placed on a photo book conveys a terrifying message. I think these situations go beyond mere internet antics, and it’s a sad reality that women are often the targets. As a parent, I’ve recently become more sensitive to such news, feeling a stronger urge to protect my children. The possibility of those around us dismissing these threats only adds to the fear. It makes us seriously consider how we, as everyday individuals, should respond to such posts.
Words That Resonate and a Touch of Humor
Speaking of which, I was having a conversation with a friend about comedy when he said, “Laughter is the best stress relief!” He then shared a funny story about how he tries to scare his child to sleep by saying, “A ghost is coming!” only to end up making the child laugh uncontrollably. Such small moments can really lighten the stress of daily life. I too have been trying to lighten my heart by watching comedies recently. American stand-up comedy often contains deep messages wrapped in humor, making me want to revisit them multiple times.
Share Your Experiences!
When you see news like this, how do you feel? I would love to hear how you deal with it. While our ability to act may be limited, I hope we can support each other as a community, even in small ways. Please share your thoughts and experiences in the comments! I would be happy to have a moment to reflect and laugh together.
