Every time Bret Weinstein speaks what he believes is true — especially on the most radioactive issues — he loses an entire group of friends.
They turn on him. They go silent. They disappear.
But here’s the twist he calls the “painful upgrade”: while he loses people, the quality of those who remain gets noticeably higher every single time.
He admitted he expects this very conversation with Tucker Carlson will cost him more friendships… yet he still chooses to speak.
There’s something both painful and quietly inspiring about watching someone accept that trade-off for intellectual honesty.
Have you ever lost friends for refusing to stay silent on something important — and looking back, was the “painful upgrade” worth it?
@RupertLowe10 With respect to VAT, could it not be phased in, rather than hitting a small business with a 20% hike in tax (costs) which inhibits investment, innovation and growth.
@juneslater17 June, I hear what you are saying. My concerns about Reform and Nigel, are a lack of transparency and, like all the other legacy political parties, a lack of clarity defined values.
I think that Ben & probably Rupert are more transparent and values based, which I see as critical.
@TheScotsman@therachelamery Laughable. Bought, paid for (by dystopian and psychopathic lobbiests). Learned nothing. Head in the sand, or somewhere else where the sun don't shine.
A safe and effective therapy exists. It is our right to access it. Doctors should be encouraged to prescribe it. Ivermectin works. Ivermectin saves lives. The time for prevaricating is long over. #BeBraveWHO
It’s on all of us to demand action to increase the production and distribution of life-saving equipment, such as protective clothing for frontline workers. And that’s what I’ll be doing with @GlblCtzn during One World: #TogetherAtHome!
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I especially thank Andrew & Diane Nicholson.They were very nice and good #Outlander tours. Even after the tour I thank you for your help @outlander_lives https://t.co/jNrrFasCrE
Seven Day #Outlander Tour: filming locations, book locations in the Highlands, plus Skye. Spectacular memories to keep for a lifetime. Accommodation included: 3 nights near Edinburgh, 4 nights in the Highlands in a Beach Penthouse Suite. Itinerary here: https://t.co/y4IkvPFsRA
Caitlin talks to Andy and Di at @outlander_lives about the unique Outlander experience they offer to visitors looking to explore filming locations and uncover past lives
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