Is a problem shared a problem halved?

Question

Maybe, maybe not.
Sharing in this forum is to my mind the same as answering.
There exist many intelligent posters here, male and female.
They have words, wit and wisdom.
There exists also the "Underclass" of poster.
If the "Underclass" are ignored they will fade away.

In every society there exists the "Underclass".
Social Anthropolgy has considered this for many years.
This forum is a microcosmum of society; hence de ipso facto an "Underclass" exists.
It is up to each individual to decide their own stance regarding this particular point

Object- It is called Free Will.
Answer as you feel fit.
No one can denigrate your contributions.
You have the 3 W's.

Sigy;
Now that is what I deem a very proactive approach to a problem.
Well Done.

Kiev- interesting comment.
A psychological load only if you allow it to.
On this forum we discuss with other hopefully like minded individuals.
We can surf the "Underclass".
No need to answer as the posts are inarticulate and banal.

Answer 1

I like that saying! :) I think that would be a great part of the spirit of GWS.

And it is great fun reading the contributors with wit and wisdom here. I want to do as much as I can to encourage them so I'm going to try to post interesting questions that are intellectually stimulatng.

And some fun questions too! :)

Answer 2

Quite typically, a problem shared by two or more persons only aggravates the opportunity for a resolution to occur. It becomes an issue of complexity increased by the inability to have direct and immediate control over one's own destiny. Issues of co-dependence arise, serving to negate the attempts by any one or more individuals of the set to extricate themselves from the ensuing confusion that others are likely to develop. By attempting to keep others within the bondage of that relationship.

In this case, it's the Underclass who don't want others to extricate themselves from the embitterment the Underclass are intent upon. Maybe after awhile, my repeated attempts to explain this will not be taken the wrong way. The thing to realize here it what constitutes the Underclass, as to be prerequisite in it's mental formation and continued activity. It shouldn't elude anyone that the term Underclass is so apropos here. As it is their purpose to draw down the quality of engagement that occurs among those who are seeking true and profound solutions to the society we live in. The Underclass don't want solutions to develop, because their identity is directly attributed to their capacity to cause and maintain confusion.

It is not the preference of the thoughtful mind to be confused. So by definition, thoughtful people will always seek to move away from those who are not. And thoughtless people will always seek to keep the thoughtful in the bondage of distraction. Personally, I choose not to be or remain confused. Which is why I devote as much of my attention to being rational and logical as I can. To be irrational is to be confused.

Shingoshi Dao
2007.Nov.13 Tue, 01:02 --800 (PST)

Answer 3

But Kate, who are we to decide who the 'underclass' are? Are we so righteous that we can 'cast stones at the sinners'?

If you really read the 'troll' questions you will see that they have something to say too. We may not like it or agree with it, or agree with the method of expression, but EVERYONE is entitled to an opinion and a voice. Not just the people we feel are worthy.

(Once again roll on thumbs down)

Besides, I don't really believe that half of the crap they spit out is really what they think. They are stirring the pot, yes, but change and reflection are good. i think they are angry because they are not being heard/listened to and I think ignoring them makes it worse. There will always be someone like me or someone new who has no clue, or someone who just can't help but rebut.

I will not exclude anyone. You guys can do as you choose.

Answer 4

Mmmmmmmmm... not necessarily. If attempts at negotiation fail because one side lacks the will to seriously tackle the problem... I guess what I'm saying is "it depends". Now wasn't that just the most illuminating answer you could have hoped for, lol!

Answer 5

Think you have answered your own question by yourself. I always feel better when I share my problems with a friend and suddenly they don't seem as bad. Don't usually share my problems on Yahoo as I need real live people around me.

Answer 6

If the problem is psychological conflict , by sharing you cannot hold yourself to ransom and a great load can be lifted.

Answer 7

Obviously!!! Its is true only wen u share it wid ur best pal.... n involvin too many ppl will result in unwanted additional problems.. so chek whether wat ur sharing...... is wid da ryt person or not....