"I got the vaccine only after I was able to talk it out with level headed people who had different opinions."

EXACTLY! Which is why we all need to chill out and find ways to communicate instead of condemn.

Good for you for doing your research and making a decision you felt was right for you.

Also, I know "anti-vaxxers" wasn't the ideal term to use in this piece, but it was the most concise. I will be more mindful of the distinction you've mentioned here in the future. Thanks for commenting!