Topic: Dostoevsky

The psychological concept of "mass formation" is applied to the global support for Ukraine, characterized by blue and yellow iconography and "virtue signaling." In Germany, authorities have warned that publicly displaying the letter "Z"—used by the Russian military—could lead to criminal prosecution. This move is compared to historical bans on letters in 1960s Greece and the modern "canceling" of Russian authors like Dostoevsky.

A theory is presented that the dark and depressing nature of classic Russian literature by authors like Tolstoy and Dostoevsky has negatively impacted Russian culture. Alternatives such as "Sleepless in Seattle" and "50 Shades of Grey" are jokingly suggested to help improve the national mood.