Prof Beth Clare

@JeremyLittau@mastodon.social one thing to keep in mind is that mastodon has been running for years. The flood of new people has likely caused it to become unrecognisable. We must be conscious that we’ve essentially just taken it over and some may resent that.

@baslow@social.coop @JeremyLittau@mastodon.social I’m not sure we should “build it”. It’s been operating for years and millions just moved in and took it over. We need to keep that in mind. I don’t mind inhabiting it for a while to learn about it and then contribute. But we must keep in mind people have been here for a long time and we the newcomers should respect that… though it will probably never be the same.

@baslow@social.coop @JeremyLittau@mastodon.social I don't disagree. I'm just trying to be respectful of what has come before. I am the newcomer here. I have so far found my instance to be extremely inclusive and welcoming. It's absolutely lovely. I have also seen my local feed dominated by two people posting constantly that are new to the platform. i'm considering muting them... because they are taking over and i want to see a diverse feed.

@baslow@social.coop @JeremyLittau@mastodon.social I believe you! i'm attempting to be respectful on my instance because I have found it so welcoming.