How To Deal With Controversial Opinions
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See, it doesn't bother me at all that you aren't talking to me Nate. Because, I can just ram right through that snowy front you pretend to have. I don't even know what your problem is. I just gave her my number in case there was a problem. It was NOTHING! Jeesh! How long are you gonna hold that against me. Didn't we say that we weren't going to make a scene? You and all of that... quiet. Screw you!
If I've learned anything as a Criminal Investigator it would be this quote by George Bernard Shaw, "Never wrestle with pigs. You both get dirty and the pig likes it.” That goes for the criminals we arrest and the defense attorneys that represent them (no offense to attorneys, I love attorneys so much I married one!). The same philosophy works well on social Forums. :puffpipe:
As far as the internet goes, almost nothing bothers me. The majority of us don't know each other and if we did many of us wouldn't like each other. We have this one thing in common and for most, that's it.
So when I read the most outrageous things here, or on any other forum, I shrug and think "douche".
So when I read the most outrageous things here, or on any other forum, I shrug and think "douche".
Option # 4 I flame your ass till you are bloodied and beaten down. I then announce to the site that you are a Pariah, and you slink away with your tail between your legs, never to be heard from again. This is my particular favorite as it is in place for any scumbags like Neo Nazi's.
My experience with the O/P is that he advances the discussion/controversy as opposed to firing back or dismissing a post/thought out of hand. This I find most interesting, as that is no mean feat. As a fire - brand I find that refreshing.
That's a fair point. Although I think there's also truth to the idea of never meeting a person you could not like. That has zero bearing on how accurate they are on any topic.
In fact, I am not sure if it is personal at all. Gentlemen (and presumably ladies, if any show up around this sausage party) need to be able to disagree and get to the root of the matter. That does not mean you have to hate the other guy, although most act as if it does.
Arguing with people over the Internet is a lot like masturbting...it may make you feel good, but when you're done you're still sad that you're all alone.
I’ve been on quite a few forums, and even owned and ran one for some years and have come to the opinion that it usually revolves around the typewritten word rather than the person. Let’s face it; the typewritten word can be somewhat impersonal as it can, at times, be difficult to convey the proper feeling and intent of what is being said without eye contact and being face to face with someone on a one to one basis.
That would be why I disagree with what jefff posted:‘The majority of us don't know each other and if we did many of us wouldn't like each other’. I’m quite confident that if some of the argumentative posts/threads that occasionally rise up here would in no way evolve into verbal fisticuffs if those same people (me included) were sharing the same discussion around a table with a few drinks and a bowl.
However, if such an occurrence should happen while being together over a few drinks you at least then have the option of kicking the other person in the balls, turning your back and walking out which, when I was younger, would be option 3 Respond with a short, reasoned answer. :wink:
That would be why I disagree with what jefff posted:‘The majority of us don't know each other and if we did many of us wouldn't like each other’. I’m quite confident that if some of the argumentative posts/threads that occasionally rise up here would in no way evolve into verbal fisticuffs if those same people (me included) were sharing the same discussion around a table with a few drinks and a bowl.
However, if such an occurrence should happen while being together over a few drinks you at least then have the option of kicking the other person in the balls, turning your back and walking out which, when I was younger, would be option 3 Respond with a short, reasoned answer. :wink:
Let me expand on this:
There are no verbal or gesture cues with written text.
Furthermore, the fact that avatars represent people confuses the issue!
But, in my experience, people are much more reasonable than their opinions.
And, I like people. So sue me. In theory I'm a misanthrope and elitist, but in real life? There is much good to be found in many places.
^^^ For once, albeit there have been other times, I completely agree with you.
As for: 'Furthermore, the fact that avatars represent people confuses the issue! Yep, I'm guilty of that and I'll try to make a concerted effort of posting a picture of myself as my avatar. By the way, how about you doing the same considering your statement. As the adage goes; Practice what you preach. :wink:
As for: 'Furthermore, the fact that avatars represent people confuses the issue! Yep, I'm guilty of that and I'll try to make a concerted effort of posting a picture of myself as my avatar. By the way, how about you doing the same considering your statement. As the adage goes; Practice what you preach. :wink:
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