Posted by Dr. Bob on October 23, 2006, at 17:19:15
In reply to Re: resting room » Dr. Bob, posted by muffled on October 23, 2006, at 0:28:46
> > The thing is, genuine expression may be uncivil and may not foster genuine discussion at all.
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> Ahhhh, but too much repression and worry about civility ALSO may not foster genuine discussion either...I agree, the key is finding a balance.
> My reply would be that we DO for the most part try and be civil here. People here tend to be quite understanding for the most part. I think some beneficial threads to me have been ones where there is dissention, and then its worked out. Kindly, sweetly, WONDERFULLY.
> We are human. And humans by their very nature will hurt each other. Purposefully or not. Its just the way we are.
> Hurt happens.
> Hurt done INTENTIONALLY is not so nice.I agree, for the most part everyone's really supportive. I appreciate that -- and may not say so enough. The exceptions can become the focus of attention.
Intent is difficult. It's hard for me to know someone's intent. Intent may not be black-and-white. Intentional hurt may also be able to be worked out. And unintentional hurt still hurts.
Bob
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