Call me sappy, I don't care. But I've sat here today and witnessed someone I have known for almost a year, and whom I care deeply about, fall apart before my eyes in this forum.
It hurts me to see this happen to anyone, but it's especially agonizing when this person is someone whom I am proud to call *friend.*
A year ago, when I was being trolled to death and ripped to shreds, he came to my defense, picked me up when I was down, and showed me nothing but the goodness within his heart.
Today, you call him a troll and have him deleted. While I don't agree with everything he says, I know just what a wonderful person he is, and I understand his hurt, anger, and frustration. I also understand why you take the stance that you do, and you are certainly within your rights to feel this way.
I ask you, just for today, will you try to see beyond the words, go past the anger, and reach out to those who seem to need it most?
You would be amazed at the difference a few kind words can make.
2007-08-20 06:49:45 · 40 answers · asked by iamnoone 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Out of respect for my friend, I choose to keep his name private. I ask that you show kindness to everyone, if just for today.
2007-08-20 06:57:31 · update #1
Jack...I like myself, thin-skin and all. If I were to grow a thicker skin I would become cynical.
2007-08-20 06:59:37 · update #2
Pangel...I sent him a mail, asking him that very question. He's deleted so often that I rarely see him, so I have difficulty staying in touch. What I saw today had me in tears. No, it's not Orion.
2007-08-20 07:02:30 · update #3
No, not Jibba.
2007-08-20 07:04:04 · update #4
is this Orion again babe ? ( just a hunch )
this infuriates me also , as you know
people are so quick to forget that there may be reason why someone is angry or lashing out
what does it take to email someone and say " are you ok ? , whats wrong ? "
there are real people here , with real problems and worries
and I have sat and cried many times with them and posted very similar questions
(((((((Red Queen))))))) thank you for being there for others and speaking up for them xx
( dont worry you dont have to say , I understand )
2007-08-20 07:00:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 2⤋
While I understand that they are real people in this forum. It must be realized this is just a forum...it shouldn't make or break anyone. Anonymity seems to give people (atheist, Christians, everyone) the idea that they can say any flippant thing they want to (sort of like driving a car makes some people very aggressive). To me, I know this, so it doesn't even come close to bothering me. I take the occasional valuable insight, and I ignore all the rest.
2007-08-20 07:00:31 · answer #2 · answered by Quimby 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Kudos for standing up for your friend..... there are those on here, like I said in another post, who are so immature they just do not care what they say.... this is cyber world, so let the hate rain down, and have a good laugh..... *Sigh*, I get frustrated at times on here, because I do NOT come here to fight or argue or debate or put down, but some do this as recreation !!! I am sorry your friend is hurting, but, and this is just a suggestion to your friend, maybe try a little respect and compassion in his wording ??? Others, I am sure, are like me, we read a lot in the HOWS of the wording ....... If your friend is hurting, advise him to ask direct and simple questions...... Be honest with me and others........ I KNOW there are MANY good people on here, I have seen the answers they give........ Respect is a 2 way street....... go in peace.............. God bless
2007-08-20 07:00:37 · answer #3 · answered by Annie 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I understand where you are coming from, the only person I saw today who had some serious issues was god, telling people he wanted to eat his baby and he liked the taste of human flesh, I hope that isn't the person you are speaking about, because I do not care what problems anyone is having, that is just wrong and it was in Newborn & Baby with a pack of emotional mothers and women dealing with the death of their children.
2007-08-20 07:48:11 · answer #4 · answered by carpathian mage 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes I know & understand that there is a real person behide each avatar, That is why I try to be kind & respectfull to every one. A few kind words can help people, just like bad ones can hurt them.
It is sad how many people get on Yahoo answers just to start fights or to pick others apart.
2007-08-20 07:16:43 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I promise to never step on the report button on Dad's computer ever again.
I don't know this person and I would have to say that they must be pushing people's buttons if they are getting attacked all the time. Even strong feeling can be vented in creative ways! I like Good Humor, cause it is the only truck my Dad will let me chase! Well, that and my tail!
I'll send you and your friend warm, wet ones!
2007-08-20 08:26:55 · answer #6 · answered by humanrayc 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
((Hugs)) and *stars* for you, Red Queen. It's a shame that behind the anonymity of a computer screen, we don't always treat people the way we would if we were face to face with them. Many people use this forum as a place to vent frustrations that they usually wouldn't discuss in real life and often times this is at the expense of others.
2007-08-20 07:23:08 · answer #7 · answered by Christy ☪☮e✡is✝ 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Red Queen,
Can you hear me applauding you??? (I can't hug you, so here's a star for your question).
I wish that more people would be like you concerning this issue. It's very easy to forget that there is a flesh and blood person sitting behind the viewing end of the computer screen.
I have no idea who this person is, but thank you and keep on reminding us of this fact!!!
And I hope that people will realize that whether we are Fundamentalist, Atheist, Christian, Pagan, Wiccan, Hindu, Muslim, and every other religion or non-religion, we need to treat each other with respect and compassion.
2007-08-20 06:56:51 · answer #8 · answered by Searcher 7 · 5⤊ 1⤋
Well said, I agree we need to remember that there are real people behind the avatars and some people truly come here for advice and not to play around and they are looking for answers. everyone needs to show a little more respect on this forum.
2007-08-20 09:46:35 · answer #9 · answered by charlotte626 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
An adult had an emotional break down because he was deleted? It seems the fella is a tad WEAK. Perhaps a different focus for his energies would be a good idea and if he's able he should get OUT more. How odd this is.
As for people with "feelings" and all that. Yeah you're right. The idiot in the green dunce hat and dress has "feelings" and pronounces his hate filled garbage every single time that he can.
2007-08-20 07:04:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 3⤋
I always try to treat others here and outside of here with respect and kindness; do I always succeed - no I'm only human like everyone else.
I generally try to treat others with the same kindness and respect they give me.
I'm very sorry your friend got deleted - it seems like a lot of good people from all beliefs are lately.
2007-08-20 06:57:44 · answer #11 · answered by genaddt 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋