Posted by Toph on September 22, 2008, at 17:38:28
In reply to Re: use of offensive words » Toph, posted by Deputy 10derHeart on September 22, 2008, at 14:29:16
I don't altogether oppose rules designed to preserve order and to protect participants from harm. And unfortunately I have no magic alternative formula for Babble that would balance the desire for an inclusive environment where adults can openly express themselves with the need for rules of order that exclude participants who have difficulty conforming. Mostly I think it is ironic that a mental health support site is frequently unsupportive, punitive, and unfair with some participants. There is a tendency in life to hold individuals of authority, especially those who are judges, in position of enforcement, and people who claim to have moral, religious or ethical expertise under intense if not unjust scrutiny when they fail, are inconsistent or hypocritical. I don't envy your position in this regard. Your impression of my experience here is only partially correct. Early on I was fairly cranky and unruly. Then I became more interested in interacting with others than fighting the system. Now my infrequent objections are whenever something catches my eye, not because I seek out things to complain about. Anyway, I hope you also have other impressions of me TDH.
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