Posted by Dinah on April 3, 2005, at 10:53:04
In reply to Re: I'm sorry... » Dinah, posted by Larry Hoover on April 3, 2005, at 10:31:52
There is not a soul on earth that understands that more than I do. Maybe as much, but not more. I too get caught up in passions that mean a heck of a lot to me, but may not be important to others. I know it probably happens on board here, where I get caught in an argument with Dr. Bob over something others might not find as important as I do. And it might cause distress to others as I argue with Dr. Bob over it. But ideas mean a whole lot to me, as I guess they do to you too. And I'm not sure there is an objective standard to what is important and what isn't. Theoretically we could look at the world in general and say that nothing whatsoever that happens on these boards is important. But these boards are a second home to some of us, and what happens at home is always important.
And I certainly agree with you about feelings. Acknowledgement and validation are quite a balm to a wounded soul, even if agreement isn't reached ultimately.
Lar, I care about you very much, and I'm sorry you were hurt. I appreciate your passion for ideas very much (and share it).
And Emmy, I care about you very much too, and I'm sorry you were hurt. I love your fierce loyalty and respect your dislike of conflict.
(And Lar, I really have to add that that was a brilliant statement of feelings. Have you considered volunteering with conflict resolution classes at school?)
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