Posted by Toph on August 27, 2006, at 14:23:18
In reply to Re: motives, posted by Dr. Bob on August 27, 2006, at 1:39:11
> > > > multiple post are primarily to satisfy your needs.
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> > > please don't jump to conclusions about others or post anything that could lead others to feel accused or put down.
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> > I don't know why the suggestion that someone is endeavoring to satisfy their own needs should necessarily be a put down. Is there any way to discuss another poster's motives without there being at least some possibility of that person feeling accused or put down? Moreover, aren't you making assumptions about my motives that might make me feel accused or put down as well?
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> People wouldn't necessarily, but could feel accused of being selfish.I think I was just affirming another poster's observation. Posting for one's needs is neither bad nor against the rules. I made no assertion that this poster was selfish. You could misconstrue meaning or incorrectly impose a negative intent on to most comments on PB, as you did in this case, Bob.
> It can be hard to discuss someone else's motives in a way that feels supportive to them. I don't think I made any assumptions about your motives, do you think I did?
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> BobYes.
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