Posted by Dinah on August 10, 2004, at 9:33:33
In reply to Re: debate, mission - solution?, posted by gardenergirl on August 10, 2004, at 3:38:14
I think I agree, gg. I think that frequently people challenge others on Psychology. But if the challenging is done gently, with plenty of validation, some admission that we might be wrong, and usually with some familiarity with the poster and a good relationship already built up, I think it's part of the support.
I think it's hard to draw the line between where support ends and something else begins. I'm not even sure debate is the proper word for the something else...
My best solution is that it be considered proper etiquette on the board to ask permission before you say something "tough love" that might be offensive before you do it. Offensive as in causing offense, not as in uncivil of course. But even that is only a partial solution.
I still think that the board has reached a critical mass that makes such remarks very likely and the only way to protect yourself if you are vulnerable is to not be open.
poster:Dinah
thread:375041
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