And you don't think I feel the same way?!
If anyone is being condescending on this forum it's the atheists. If you really think I'm being bad now, I'll really start acting like a dick to them.
Stop Fu***** Fighting!
And you don't think I feel the same way?!
If anyone is being condescending on this forum it's the atheists. If you really think I'm being bad now, I'll really start acting like a dick to them.
At the time I was really pissed off. After I calmed down a ton, I was alright with it. But it didn't help posting it in a serious discussion and made me look like an idiot. But it's all good now Rad
Quote:You and HCl made it impossible by just grazing over my posts and not reading them in full. Then you jumped on me and I could tell you hadn't read it all. Please, don't make an ass out of you and me.I read each of your posts. Originally Posted By: cooldawg2If anyone is being condescending on this forum it's the atheists. If you really think I'm being bad now, I'll really start acting like a dick to them. Le sigh...First, you kept on saying that "flawed point", even after both I and another member told you it's condensending. The first discussion would've been fine until you threw that wrench in the gears. And now, you said it again, and I was trying to explain it to you. However, it seems like it just flies over your head. Fine, you don't understand but can you at least stop saying such things?And second, how can I respect someone who's going to act like child? The "they piss me off, then I'll piss them off" attitude is nothing more than a bad recipe for disaster.
I didnt create this thread with the intent it was going to be the holy savior of A2A. I dont expect every single person here to just start respecting each other, and becoming friends and what not. But i did make this thread to get everyones attention and make people realize "hey maybe i should try not to overreact" etc etc.Of course people are going to fight, not everyone keeps their cool, not everyone cares about the boards, but i did see enough fights in the last month (a ridiculous amount) to make me want to address it.I hope i didnt upset anyone with this post but i needed to bring this to everyones attention. For alot of people this place is "like home" and i know it is for me, so as the senior members and the ones who care should take some action, because honestly all the fights ive seen are between "regular members". We should take care of this place like its home if we really feel like it is. I just had to speak my mind that is all.
I just looked at this thread and man you guys totally took the whole point of it and spit on it, I mean just scrolling down and reading I have seen like 3 fights, personally I agree with Fighter he has an excellent point. I am bullied a lot in real life and I came here to discuss problems and possibly help people and not a single person on here would want to get bullied on a site where they were trying to seek out help.I mean if you really look down deep and tell the truth you know you wouldn't want that to happen to you either. This fighting thing on a site for help would be like going to one of those alcoholic or drug help meetings and start dissing on everyone there. I think that if this continues people will start to seek other sites or places looking for help so please just stop the fighting.
As an addition to my previous post I have just found a thread to prove my point. A man is taking a break from this website because he received a PM from a member of this site criticizing him for being gay and using such names like "fag". This is the kind of stuff I'm sure that Fighter was talking about and as I said when people are treated this way they usually take much offense and often leave and go somewhere else so like I said before all the fighting needs to stop!
If you're talking about this, then calm down. That post is over two years old.
Lolz you got a good point there but still this could easily happen again was my point and I believe this to be a good site and I don't want anyone, especially newcomers, to leave because someone wanted to start a fight that's all I'm trying to get across.
Last time I stopped coming on was because the fighting and attacking each others post had gotten out of control and it was not a nice safe happy place to be anymore.
I havn't yet noticed anything to the same degree, but that's probably because I'm not personally involved in the big scraps.
Grace - it's a beautiful concept. I"m sure it would be welcome here.Cooldawg, I have been a part of this board for several years. From the beginning it has been pretty well known that I am a Christian and a conservative. I can't tell you one time when I've felt picked apart or belittled or insulted because of those beliefs. There have been times when I have been involved in squabbles where folks have been just little sh*ts to me, but those had nothing to do with my beliefs. Discussions around my beliefs or politics may have gotten a little heated at times, but I've never been a victim of the kind of disrespect you're claiming. I think you have been condescended towards and maybe called names or whatever. But I don't believe it's because you are a Christian. I think it's because of the way you conduct yourself. I would invite you to consider stepping back a bit and looking for ways to interact without becomeing such a lightening rod for controversy and arguments. It can be done.
Originally Posted By: Virtual_StarPerhaps, if you don't go looking for a fight when it comes to religion, then maybe we can get along better.Since when has opening a discussion or voicing ones beliefs on an issue considered to be "looking for a fight"? As far as I know, this board is open to anybody...not just athiests or anti-Christians.
It's one thing to discuss religion. But it's another when it comes to being condensending... twice.I couldn't care less what faith he follows, but it gives him no permission to dismiss those who don't follow a religion.He needs to chose his words more carefully otherwise he's going to keep putting himself in a bad light.It's pretty obvious that he doesn't like people who don't follow a faith. And apparently, it doesn't have to be Christianity, so go figure. That's fine, I can live with that. However, stop blatantly throwing out comments that makes the belief of non-worshippers less worthy than those who practice religion.I'm just trying to be fair.
it wasnt WHAT cooldawg brought up, but HOW he brought it up, I and im sure many others took his approach as " this is stone cold irrefutable fact so please tell me all the ways im correct with this" although that could probably be chocked up to inexperience and over excitement. when the way it should be carried it out if one expects a respectful discussion would be along the lines of " Hm this looks interesting and im starting to agree with it, shall we have tea and discuss?" ok ok maybe not so britishy but you get the point right?and cooldawg, you apparently cant see the large amount of disrespect you show to anyone not of the christian faith and have far too much to learn otherwise for me to bother anymore.and MMA, what i said wasnt meant to be disrespectful it was a joke. its the way i speak.
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i wonder how many people here are just about to leave the forums? -siiighs-
I understand it was a joke Dantek and i didnt mean to seem snappy, im not usually like that i hope theres no hard feelings. I was just upset about the boards and didnt feel like joking around. I usually have a pretty good sense of humor.
I hope none Its sad to see people leave! Its like a family member moving away or something, this place seems like a big family. I love our community and i dont wish to see anyone leave. Thats why i brought this to everyones attention so people would maybe try to fix whats wrong here rather than leave, maybe they wil atleast give it 1 last chance.
eh no big whoop bud
Just for you cooldawg, specifically for you home skillet biscuit with gravy on the side, and as my lil bro in Christ, you have a good heart with well intentions in my opinion. When it comes to defending your God I'm right there with you. But seriously, the internet is like the last place you'd want to discuss God or religion. Honestly, from my experience, you should focus on defending yourself when you deal with this kind of nonsense in the real world. Reality will smack ya down. Like in high school or college. It's going to be rough. You're really going to have to be careful because you'll always be on the defensive. The web is nothing compared to personal insults. I've had people say to me "no wonder Christians were thrown in the coliseum" or "you Christian terrorists are bunch of retards". And it hurts more than you think it would. It's one thing to type and read but it's another when you have face to face confrontation.
Every single person on this site is the kindest and softest you'll ever get. Virtual is like a fluffy adorable little teddy bear you just want to snuggle and claim as your own which is why I love her but she would never say anything to offend. If anything she's helping. I don't know much about HCL... yet lol but he's mentioned quite a few interestingly true things. And bob is a shmexi little Irish leprechaun that... nevermind :smirk: but he's highly intelligent and has a lot to offer. Just take it as you want but don't brush off criticism. Most of the time it helps. My advice? Save it. And one thing about being a Christian because I don't really know what you were told. Love, forgiveness, tolerance, and patience are major. Hostility shouldn't even be an option because sometimes I get that from you. So really you know just chill out for a little bit. Not saying to stop what you're doing but take it easy. And don't lose that fire. The worst thing you could do is let it burn out. Don't be discouraged. There are too many lukewarm Christians in America. I once heard a prophet say "Africa is hot, Europe is cold, and America is lukewarm." Not good at all. Don't lose it.
It's times like these that not only I admire your mature and kind spirit, but I can't help but want to give you a big hug. Quote:Virtual is like a fluffy adorable little teddy bear you just want to snuggle and claim as your own which is why I love her but she would never say anything to offend.Not quite. Let's be fair, I'm more like a gloomy bear. Rawr!
LOL! I love you!