Yes.  I think a lot of the outrage culture is powered by people who fail to grasp the difference between perception and reality.   Do others perceive you as bad?  That does not mean you are bad.  You have to base your value judgements on a well reasoned, objective set of standards.    The perpetually offended are fueled by a lust for power- the ability to compel others to change.  They will probe and strike at anything that appears soft, compliant.  As soon as they sense steel- they back away with a few muttered imprecations and search for weaker prey. Being virtuous and strong are good features- and especially with so much of society getting sick of PC bullshit, it's a bonus for much of the public to see SJW's bend their noses against someone making a principled stance.