Key

I'm confused as to why people think this thread's only use is for saying positive things about members. Are people just afraid to speak their mind about someone they don't like?

Freebase Dali

You, Sir, have hit the nail on the head. And, as the thread's creator, I back that up with personal evidence.

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Key

I just find it silly that some people can't take criticism on a forum. Especially since life is full of criticism, with family and at work. If people can't just brush it off when it comes from people that we may never meet, I can't imagine what their life is like when it comes from people they see every day. Probably pretty lonely and miserable.

Freebase Dali

I just feel like criticism is a good thing. How else can you evaluate yourself without opinions contrary to your set beliefs? Sure, a person should be sure and confident of themselves, but it doesn't mean being lied to all your life believing whatever fantasy you believe. (I use "you" generally)

There can probably be an adjustment of approach, especially on my part, however, we live in a world of people other than ourselves. It makes sense and is functional to understand their perspectives so that we get a clue about our own.

I say all that to say that I agree with you.

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