ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Red pill

Red pill is a term that is used to describe a certain way of thinking. It usually refers to people who have decided to reject traditional beliefs and values and take a more analytical view of the world in order to better understand the systems that exist and how they might be changed. They believe that by learning more about the world, they can better figure out how to make things better. Red pillers often criticize current social norms and criticize the status quo.