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Posted by Dr. Bob on February 2, 2005, at 0:26:14
In reply to Psych Central is the anti help forum, posted by Angielala on February 2, 2005, at 0:05:01
> Psych Central is not worth your time.
Sorry, but please respect the views of others and be sensitive to their feelings. Some people do like it there.
If you or others have questions about this or about posting policies in general, or are interested in alternative ways of expressing yourself, please see the FAQ:
http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/faq.html#civil
Follow-ups regarding these issues should be redirected to Psycho-Babble Administration. They, as well as replies to the above post, should of course themselves be civil.
Thanks,
Bob
Posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 0:39:29
In reply to Re: new boards..... » Dinah, posted by Angel Girl on February 2, 2005, at 0:01:55
No, the newbies aren't restricted. The other PB'ers are. Newbies can post wherever they like.
Posted by All Done on February 2, 2005, at 0:39:36
In reply to Re: new boards....., posted by Dr. Bob on February 2, 2005, at 0:16:05
> They would be message boards like this and not chat rooms like Open. The idea is to for them to have a cozier feel by being smaller. They would look the same, except they might have different background colors.
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> I was thinking (1) there could be maybe 15-50 posters per board, but other possibilities are (2) giving each one the power to come up with its own policy regarding size or (3) just letting supply and demand determine how large they grew.
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> Invitations was an early idea that was dropped. People might feel left out of ones that were up and running, but they'd always be able to start new ones themselves. And the current boards would stay open. And there would still be Open, and babblemail.
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> BobDr. Bob,
1. Are you going to do it?
2. If so, what is your timeline for getting them up and running?Perhaps (?) if you are going to do it, the sooner the better. I hate to see the heated discussions between friends going on about it on Admin in your absence.
Thanks,
Laurie
Posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 0:42:42
In reply to Re: new boards....., posted by Dr. Bob on February 2, 2005, at 0:16:05
Thanks for explaining the rationale behind the newbie board restrictions, Dr. Bob.
I agree with the settling in part. Ahem.
But I think you could trust the rest of Babble to understand the purpose of the Newbie board and to post accordingly. And you've never been shy about redirecting if they don't. In the meantime, nice posters who want to help a particular newcomers get a slap in the face. And newcomers don't get the nice posters' input.
Posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 0:43:50
In reply to Re: new boards..... » Dr. Bob, posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 0:42:42
I meant the nice posters who can't post. They'll get lovely responses from the nice posters who are official greeters or who are themselves newbies.
Posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 0:56:29
In reply to Re: new boards..... » Fallen4MyT, posted by Angel Girl on February 1, 2005, at 23:48:32
I understand and lol the thread is long very long ...HUGS
> fallen
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> You see, this is just the beginning of it. I started reading the thread, oyi it is long, I'm up to Jan 27th. I've made no comments and won't until I'm up to date. I don't want to comment on something that may already be settled further down the thread.
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> I for one would be very sad if you left. I feel that we made a bond here and I would be losing a friend, someone who reached out to me in a very loving and kind way.
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> And so the exodus starts . . .
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> AG
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> > You may wanna read it...but yes I plan on leaving before I get assigned a box to get in....I will then be gone for good to babble and this email account
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Posted by Dr. Bob on February 2, 2005, at 1:43:58
In reply to Oh drat it. Clarification., posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 0:43:50
> 1. Are you going to do it?
> 2. If so, what is your timeline for getting them up and running?
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> LaurieMy inclination is at least to give it a try. Sorry, but as old-timers can probably tell you, my timelines aren't very straight...
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> In the meantime, nice posters who want to help a particular newcomers get a slap in the face.
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> DinahMaybe that's something else I should reword? Any suggestions? :-)
Bob
Posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 1:50:28
In reply to Re: new boards....., posted by Dr. Bob on February 2, 2005, at 1:43:58
> My inclination is at least to give it a try.I TOLD you all so. I may be completely impotent when it comes to getting through to Dr. Bob, but I am gooooood when it comes to reading him. I KNEW it was a done deal.
I knew it, I knew it. I said it, I said it. (Insert little dance here.) I am soooo not schizotypal. I'm just good at reading people.
Sorry, but I deserve a bit of validation in the face of so much other nasty stuff.
Posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 2:05:43
In reply to Re: new boards....., posted by Dr. Bob on February 2, 2005, at 1:43:58
>> Maybe that's something else I should reword? Any suggestions? :-)
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> BobYes, Dr. Bob. And thanks for giving me that lovely opening. Naturally I can't say what suggestions leapt instantly to mind. But I will suggest that you give babblers enough credit to drop the restrictions and let anyone post there. And that you keep the official greeters. That's a nice touch.
If you must keep the restrictions, I suggest that you humbly apologize and blame your own issues when you slam the door in people's faces.
Posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 2:16:15
In reply to Ok, this time I'm going to say it, posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 1:50:28
to that fact not long ago....So my days are very short here....
Posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 2:24:08
In reply to I KNEW it was a done deal too Dinah...I posted, posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 2:16:15
I will be saying goodbye at 3 a.m friday night.
Posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 2:24:30
In reply to I KNEW it was a done deal too Dinah...I posted, posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 2:16:15
Sigh. I hope not. I hope you can find a way to continue to try to make a difference here, even if it feels like you really can't at times.
My therapist tells me that sometimes, though for the life of me I can't remember the words.
Posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 2:29:28
In reply to my timelines are very straight, posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 2:24:08
I can't remember what it is he said. But part of it was along the lines that it was no skin of Dr. Bob's nose whether I stayed or went. So leaving wasn't much of an effective protest. That I could make more of a difference by staying and continuing to voice my beliefs.
I dunno. I never really listen to the exact words. But something seeps into my hard head.
Posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 2:31:52
In reply to Re: I KNEW it was a done deal too Dinah...I posted » Fallen4MyT, posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 2:24:30
Thanks Dinah but you outta know me by now....I think we made a difference in that we spoke up...and were not lead like sheep....that shows integrity and I am proud of us.
> Sigh. I hope not. I hope you can find a way to continue to try to make a difference here, even if it feels like you really can't at times.
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> My therapist tells me that sometimes, though for the life of me I can't remember the words.
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Posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 2:38:50
In reply to Re: my timelines are very straight » Fallen4MyT, posted by Dinah on February 2, 2005, at 2:29:28
I totally understand your point and if it were Dr Bob that I was trying to get skin off of :) I would agree but I really cannot stay for me it is the principle ...all it is for me. That is all stated on the Admin boards. :) as you know lol but I shall play and talk and say a slow goodbye to all. I am not one to say I am going and be swayed. It IS the principle of the issue for me and for OTHERS.
> I can't remember what it is he said. But part of it was along the lines that it was no skin of Dr. Bob's nose whether I stayed or went. So leaving wasn't much of an effective protest. That I could make more of a difference by staying and continuing to voice my beliefs.
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> I dunno. I never really listen to the exact words. But something seeps into my hard head.
Posted by Skittles on February 2, 2005, at 10:27:05
In reply to Re: my timelines are very straight » Dinah, posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 2:38:50
Here's my thought on this issue. If you don't like the idea of the new boards, just don't use them. Bob has said that the old boards will stay, so we can stick with those and it will be business as usual. Is it really necessary to leave in order to voice your opinions? Couldn't you do so by *not* using the new boards? I've become fond of so many people here and I'd hate to see any of you leave.
I personally don't like the idea for the new boards. As I understand it, I think the whole concept is pretty *junior high* in it's cliquish-ness and exclusivity. I hated junior high and I don't plan to revert to that behavior. Therefore, I don't plan to participate in the new boards. But I love the old boards and I plan to stick with what works as long as it's here.
Posted by Angel Girl on February 2, 2005, at 10:42:28
In reply to Don't like them? Don't use them!, posted by Skittles on February 2, 2005, at 10:27:05
I agree. We should all boycott the new smaller boards, not that I would get picked to go in them anyways, not even understanding how that even works.
AG
> Here's my thought on this issue. If you don't like the idea of the new boards, just don't use them. Bob has said that the old boards will stay, so we can stick with those and it will be business as usual. Is it really necessary to leave in order to voice your opinions? Couldn't you do so by *not* using the new boards? I've become fond of so many people here and I'd hate to see any of you leave.
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> I personally don't like the idea for the new boards. As I understand it, I think the whole concept is pretty *junior high* in it's cliquish-ness and exclusivity. I hated junior high and I don't plan to revert to that behavior. Therefore, I don't plan to participate in the new boards. But I love the old boards and I plan to stick with what works as long as it's here.
Posted by Miss Honeychurch on February 2, 2005, at 16:08:10
In reply to Don't like them? Don't use them!, posted by Skittles on February 2, 2005, at 10:27:05
Skittles,
I TOTALLY agree with you. Wouldn't staying out of those "cozy" rooms be just as effective as leaving this place?
I am somewhat relieved to learn the old boards will stay up.
But would newcomers stay out of the rooms, people who don't have a history here?
Posted by Angel Girl on February 2, 2005, at 16:20:38
In reply to Re: Don't like them? Don't use them!, posted by Miss Honeychurch on February 2, 2005, at 16:08:10
I'm sorry you're feeling so hurt by what's going on on the admin board. I am too. Only the powers to be could probably answer your question. Take care sweetie. Hugs.
AG
> Skittles,
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> I TOTALLY agree with you. Wouldn't staying out of those "cozy" rooms be just as effective as leaving this place?
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> I am somewhat relieved to learn the old boards will stay up.
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> But would newcomers stay out of the rooms, people who don't have a history here?
Posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 18:43:03
In reply to Re: Don't like them? Don't use them! » Miss Honeychurch, posted by Angel Girl on February 2, 2005, at 16:20:38
I am a person of strong convictions and to stay here would be like ONLY buying my meat in the deli section of the store I do not approve for example because they refused to serve black people..(THIS IS HYPERBOLE) .To speak up against and then not walk the walk would make me a hypocrite and that I am not..I cannot support something I am against ...not even in small ways or in certain areas.
I will mega miss all of you...even those I didn't speak to for the reason that I know nothing about what you posted about ..not because I didnt like you or anything
Posted by partlycloudy on February 2, 2005, at 18:58:53
In reply to friday, posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 18:43:03
I will miss you, Fallen - what made you choose Friday as The date?
Posted by Angel Girl on February 2, 2005, at 19:03:01
In reply to friday, posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 18:43:03
fallen
I understand your convictions but will you still keep in touch with me? Who else is leaving with you? Such a sad day. :(
AG
> I am a person of strong convictions and to stay here would be like ONLY buying my meat in the deli section of the store I do not approve for example because they refused to serve black people..(THIS IS HYPERBOLE) .To speak up against and then not walk the walk would make me a hypocrite and that I am not..I cannot support something I am against ...not even in small ways or in certain areas.
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> I will mega miss all of you...even those I didn't speak to for the reason that I know nothing about what you posted about ..not because I didnt like you or anything
Posted by Angel Girl on February 2, 2005, at 19:04:34
In reply to Re: friday » Fallen4MyT, posted by partlycloudy on February 2, 2005, at 18:58:53
> I will miss you, Fallen - what made you choose Friday as The date?
I'm wondering the same thing. Not only Friday but 3:00am. fallen is precise for reasons unknown to me.
AG :(
Posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 19:22:45
In reply to Re: friday » Fallen4MyT, posted by partlycloudy on February 2, 2005, at 18:58:53
> I will miss you, Fallen - what made you choose Friday as The date?
It is close that is all and I wanted a number of hours to post a proper bye to you all....thank you I will miss you too....HUGS
Posted by Fallen4MyT on February 2, 2005, at 19:25:09
In reply to Re: friday » Fallen4MyT, posted by Angel Girl on February 2, 2005, at 19:03:01
tHANKS AG I have your email still :)....and to be honest I never want around and asked anyone to leave with me so I do not know...I imagine there will be some that will leave but ??>?>?> ya know
> fallen
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> I understand your convictions but will you still keep in touch with me? Who else is leaving with you? Such a sad day. :(
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> AG
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> > I am a person of strong convictions and to stay here would be like ONLY buying my meat in the deli section of the store I do not approve for example because they refused to serve black people..(THIS IS HYPERBOLE) .To speak up against and then not walk the walk would make me a hypocrite and that I am not..I cannot support something I am against ...not even in small ways or in certain areas.
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> > I will mega miss all of you...even those I didn't speak to for the reason that I know nothing about what you posted about ..not because I didnt like you or anything
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