When I post on Lemmy/Reddit/etc, it’s usually not to the OP, but for everyone else reading the same post later.
So if I’m saying something like, “if you’re struggling to pay for a $10 pizza, you could use the charity,” it’s not really for the OP, but for anyone in a similar situation who happens across the post, whether now or a year from now. Having a pocketful of change isn’t a “normal” thing for someone who is financially stable.
Even a greentext has a sliver of truth to it, and I’m interested in discussing that truth that may apply to others.
Maalus@lemmy.world 2 months ago
Yeah, people know this obviously. They just say it so other people can then comment on their comment and keep the convo going. Otherwise what’s the point of the comments