The Serious Stuff

(Or: The Fine Print That Keeps This From Becoming a True Crime Podcast)

Code of Conduct: How to Be (Mostly) Decent Here

Be Friendly-ish

A basic level of niceness is required at all times. This doesn’t mean you have to bake cookies for fellow members or sob over their hardships (unless you want to).

It simply means: don’t be a jackass. The Church Board reserves the right to define jackass behavior on a case-by-case basis.

Three strikes, and you’re out. This rule will be enforced.

Respect Other Apostates

Leaving the Cult isn’t treason—it’s tradition. You’re free to form your own groups, but continued access to Cult resources depends on how cordial you are during your apostate phase.

Let’s keep the breakup amicable, okay?

No Punching Down (or Up)

We’re here to laugh with each other, not at each other—except when it’s aimed at the powerful, the oppressive, and the truly ridiculous. Humor is sacred; cruelty isn’t.

If you’re caught engaging in humorless nastiness, expect public mockery (a taste of your own medicine) and possible expulsion.

Punching up? Often necessary. Punching down? Lazy. Punching sideways? Hilarious. Just keep it smart and purposeful.

Failure Is Mandatory

We expect you to fail—repeatedly. Perfection is a myth; chasing it is a fool’s errand (and a sign of toxic positivity).

The important thing is to try—and to support others while they do the same.

No Illegal Activities

This isn’t a pirate’s guild or some edgy, dark web hangout. Keep your chaos within legal limits.

We’re Abiscoridians, not criminals—let’s not ruin the fun with subpoenas.

Limits and Liabilities:
What You Can Expect From Us

Unofficial Gatherings (Unless There’s Snacks)

Any physical gathering of The Cult of Brighter Days is strictly unofficial unless formally called by the Sacred First Council of the Brighter Light Shining in Our Eyes So We Can’t See That Well.

Any other meetups are not sanctioned, authorized, or supported by the organization in any capacity—unless, of course, we’re invited, and there’s a solid spread of food and entertainment.

Bonus points if you book a hotel room if it’s out of town, but nothing sketchy, please. We’re a cult, sure, but we have some standards (however minimal).

We Are True Believers

The Cult of Brighter Days is, at its core, an entertainment site meant to bring humor and levity. However, it’s also a philosophy-driven organization that genuinely believes in the ideas it promotes—at least to a reasonable extent.

While we don’t take ourselves too seriously, we stand by our commitment to the balance of humor, resilience, and absurdity that defines Abiscoridism.

So yes, we’re here for laughs, but we’re also here to remind you that even the most ridiculous ideas can carry a hint of truth.

Liability for Spontaneous Laughter or Existential Crises

By participating in the Cult, you accept that spontaneous laughter, ironic insights, and sudden flashes of absurd wisdom may occur.

While we encourage these revelations, we disclaim responsibility for any unintended side effects, including but not limited to:

A newfound perspective on life
Uncontrollable laughter
A craving for surreal art

Our Responsibilities

The Cult of Brighter Days accepts no responsibility—and, by religious proxy, claims no accountability—for the behaviors, beliefs, or actions of its congregation members.

We’re here to inspire laughter, resilience, and a sense of the absurd, but what you do with that inspiration is entirely up to you.

While we encourage members to embrace the humor and philosophy of Abiscoridism, we’re not liable if you take things a bit too far, nor are we responsible for any unconventional interpretations of our ideas.

Simply put, we’re here to plant the seeds of our philosophy—but how they grow (or wither) is on you.

Use of Cult Resources

The Cult of Brighter Days provides various resources—online content, discussions, and philosophical guidance—but these are for entertainment and personal enrichment only.

We’re not liable if you attempt to use our materials for, let’s say, “life-altering decisions” or “spontaneous epiphanies.”

Any advice, wisdom, or nonsense you glean from us is meant to be taken with a grain of salt—and perhaps a side of laughter.

Mental and Emotional Health Disclaimer

Abiscoridism embraces humor and absurdity as tools to confront life’s challenges, but please remember: we are not a substitute for professional mental health care.

If you’re struggling, we encourage you to seek out qualified support alongside (or even instead of) the Cult’s offerings.

We can only promise existential chuckles, not clinical breakthroughs.

Personal Responsibility in Online Interactions

While we strive to cultivate a friendly (or at least friendly-ish) online environment, The Cult of Brighter Days cannot be held accountable for every interaction between members.

Please use common sense, courtesy, and judgment in your interactions.

If you experience any serious issues, we recommend blocking, ignoring, or politely reminding each other that we’re all absurd little beings trying to make sense of a senseless world.

Satire Disclaimer

Much of what we say and do is steeped in humor, sarcasm, and playful absurdity. As such, interpretations are left to the reader.

Any perceived “sacred doctrine” may, in fact, be satire—proceed with caution (and a sense of humor).

Remember, we take nothing too seriously, and neither should you.

Resources Available to Members

All congregation members will receive access to:

The Cult of Brighter Days Discord Server – General Channel (voice and text)
The Cult of Brighter Days Facebook Group
The Cult of Brighter Days Website
Official Cult of Brighter Days Game Servers – Play alongside fellow members in our dedicated gaming spaces
A webmail account under @thecultofbrighterdays.com (hosted by DreamHost) with their Title of choice (within Cult Guidelines)

The Cult also provides both real-time and not-real-time resources to engage with members and share our philosophy.

Real-time resources include live Discord discussions, interactive streams, and community meetups where members can actively participate in conversations.

Not-real-time resources include pre-recorded videos, written materials, archived discussions, and philosophical deep dives that can be accessed at your convenience.

Whether you're engaging in real-time or catching up later, the Cult offers a mix of structured chaos and absurd wisdom—so feel free to take what resonates and ignore the rest (we won’t be offended).