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Originally Posted by Nancy1999  Oh no, well I guess I failed then, because I really don't want to come off as judging others! I want to be teachy, not preachy, and I guess that's how I differentiate between the words. I think Ann has taught me more about how to respond to others than anyone, she sets such a great example, and is so kind without making me feel like she's judging me. I know her type of writing allows me to consider different thoughts, without holding on to my own viewpoint so tightly. I just think it's so easy to rip someone apart and be nasty and snarky, but does that really make us feel better about ourselves in the long run? And it sure doesn't help teach anyone anything.
I've really tried to be more open to change in this area, and while it's not easy, I'm hoping I can continue to do better. I guess I wonder why some of us don't think that we can do better or that we don't need to do better. Isn't there always room for improvement and why does this threaten some so much? I'm truly confused about his. It's like some hear that we are demanding they all become Stepford wives! |
Haha. No, I was just making a point, Nancy. You're fine. As long as nothing is harsh, bullying or just outright mean, why not post as we'd like - a tad preachy, a little teachy or using good old straight talk when advocating for animals or our personal principles? I say anything goes as long as we share our opinions, advice and information with as little rancor as possible and stick to the forum rules.
I know when I first joined this forum, I wouldn't reply to some posters, they were so abrupt and short-tempered, to me. I got over it and began to post my passions but many here don't and never, ever post on anything and some won't post on anything controversial - I've gotten the PM's and emails saying that from some members. I hate that that happens here but it does. I think that's the thing Ann is trying to stop with this thread. But if she adds that we should stop sounding preachy, a lot of us might be in trouble, me first!!! lol