Discussion » Statements » Rosie's Corner » If you respond to verbal attacks in kind you lower yourself and are no better than the attacker. Why not ignore? Consider the source. Be selective about how you invest your time. Agree/dis/why?

If you respond to verbal attacks in kind you lower yourself and are no better than the attacker. Why not ignore? Consider the source. Be selective about how you invest your time. Agree/dis/why?

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Posted - September 1, 2016

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  • 46117

    Yes.  We know.  You said this already.  100 times.  Or more. 

      September 1, 2016 5:02 AM MDT
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  • No need to be so rude to Rosie. What is your problem, or is this one of those "I was being sarcastic" moments? Just ignore if you don't like what's being asked. Simple eh ..

      September 1, 2016 6:54 AM MDT
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  • 113301

    Thank you for your kind words Ceardach. I appreciate it a lot. It just shows to go you what a person who asks questions gambles by sticking his/her neck out. I gamble that people who respond will be civil and helpful and thoughtful. Most of them are. Sometimes they're not. Happy Thursday! :)

      September 1, 2016 7:16 AM MDT
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  • I enjoy your questions in rhe wee hours as I enjoy my coffee! My knowledge is limited on many subjects, so I read the replies to futher learn and view different opinions. That would not be possible without a question. Great Thursday to you!

     

      September 1, 2016 7:27 AM MDT
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  • 113301

    You're welcome Ceardach. Thank you for the compliment. I appreciate learning that about you!  This internet social site is called Answermug and Questions are required to be asked so folks can have something to answer so I'm more than happy to ask away every day. I'm also happy to see you! :)

      September 1, 2016 7:49 AM MDT
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  • 1128

    On the internet it is easy. I shut down my computer.  In real life I have the ability to look at someone without hearing a word they say....lol

    Ignoring is much more effective.

      September 1, 2016 8:23 AM MDT
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  • 113301

    I especially enjoy the way alerts are set up on Answermug.  They identify who is doing the posting so every morning I review all my alerts and delete all those I know from experience will be a waste of time. It is so empowering! Then if I happen to run across one of the deleted folks on a thread as I am responding to someone else I simply avert reading the post and move on. So I'm always in control, in charge, call the shots. On Answermug anyway. Wish it were that easy in real life! Thank you for your reply SA and Happy Tuesday!  :)

      September 6, 2016 6:08 AM MDT
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