The proper way to behave in a response.
I have to admit, that I'm somewhat astonished that I even feel the need to write this. Yet, I am frequently amazed by the improper behavior by others in responding to forum posts and blogs. I mean, everyone on this site is supposed to be at least 18 years old, right ?EVERYONE has a right to their opinion. You also have a right to disagree with that opinion, if you like to. Afterall, you have right to your opinion too. If you like, explain why you differ in your opinion on the topic covered. I suggest using realistic examples to drive your point home.
Regardless, what I see time & time again instead, is childish name calling and chastisement of other people. If you are going to disagree with someone, disagree intellectually with WHAT HAS BEEN SAID, not with the person themself. Do not call the other person derogatory names, nor berate them. Because, they do have a right to their opinion, as do you. Indeed, all chastisement does, is to make that person have a more rigid stance against you and it also marks the person issuing such poor treatment as a person of low intellect and bad character. Afterall, what you type (or say) is a reflection upon YOU, not someone else.
If anger prevents you from responding properly to the points covered, then I suggest taking a walk and cooling down somewhat before responding. Or perhaps, skipping that blog/forum entirely and moving on to something that pleases you instead.
Now play nice.
Comments (31)
very wise saying
Seems to me it depends partly on whether you are referring to "blog rules" as laid down by the site or what you think is appropriate behaviour.
For blog rules, its fair enough, if people dont like them they should go elsewhere. But leaving blog rules aside, sure we are all supposed to be over 18. We are also supposed to be individuals, not machines and different people have different ways of expressing themselves. Some are also more emotional than others. I think its more important that people express their views true to themselves, not true to a ste of rules. And in any case, what makes you the arbiter of suitable behaviour ?
That's why they offer it as a option.
Credibility ? Never judge a book by it's cover, nor tie, even if it is a Pancaldi.
How1e - in answer to your original question I am referring to BOTH the rules of the site AND basic common human courtesy.
Instead, I have indicated how NOT to mistreat another person.
There is a big difference, that somehow you appear not to understand.