Posted by HomelyCygnet on January 5, 2014, at 14:52:05 [reposted on January 6, 2014, at 0:23:03 | original URL]
In reply to Re: sentiments of anti-psychiatry, posted by Dr. Bob on January 5, 2014, at 13:48:01
Bob the quote you attributed to me is not mine. I was quoting Larry Hoover. Please make sure you give credit to the proper author when you use another's words . It's important to be honest. Thank you
> > Truly, sincerely, there is no better example of what civility actually is, than to protect individuals from the throwing of sh*t upon them.
> >
> > HomelyCygnet
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> My view is that civility is to choose one or more of:
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> > > 1. not sling it back
> > > 2. shield themselves
> > > 3. help others shield themselves
> > > 4. notify me if they think I should respond
> > > 5. express how they feel
> > > 6. reflect on times they've slung it themselves, or wanted to
> > > 7. support the slinger
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> Both #3 and #4 could be considered ways of protecting others. For example:
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> > I agree with the content of Twinleaf's post. I also feel it was expressed in a reasonably respectful manner. I strongly disagree with your blocking her.
> >
> > emme
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> Thanks for expressing how you feel (#5) and doing it in a civil way (#1).
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> --
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> > > Every day, people forgo treatment for reasons that don't have anything to do with Lou. How might they be influenced to undergo treatment instead?
> >
> > how try to convince them to not believe all they read half of what they see.
> >
> > Phillipa
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> > Hmm. Well, looking for a positive and constructive posture to take is a start. I'm going to try something new. We'll see.
> >
> > - Scott
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> Great, then we'll both be trying something new. :-)
>
> Bob
Duckling I listen and for many a time I have been half in love and many a time much more
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