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Gibbon · 70-79, M
You have 2 replies by people who blocked me I never heard of. Figure that out.
Gibbon · 70-79, M
@Gibbon yes @nedkelly I think it's funny also.
@Gibbon are there leftists that aren’t insane?
Rightists that are?
Gibbon · 70-79, M
@Ghostinthemachine I suppose but they have sense to keep their mouth shut.

val70 · 51-55
That's now the difference with the old EP. One could have been either into the occult then or the die hardish catholic around. Now it's very much like either conform or I'll block you. Somehow blocking someone for having a certain opinion isn't what I'd consider being nice. On the other side I've had an experience of someone repeating the very same question about fifty times and still going on. That was a clear example of bullying. Neither anyone from outside the discussion tried to intervene nor did the management. There's a clear need for stewarts for every section of these talking groups. But then I'm old and I've seen the world as it is already
val70 · 51-55
@Ghostinthemachine I know that feeling. The difference between when I was a child and now is that I'm an adult. I'm very conscience of that. Therefore, I claim that it's always doing good mentioning when and where it's really needed that it's enough. Bullying on the workfloor shouldn't be allowed. I know what that feels like because I've been bulied almost my whole school life. Likewise, someone taking advantage of another either sexually or monetarily. Once one has lived through something one needs to stand up and recount what's good and evil each time. Well, that's my point of view. Great postings you have on here!
@val70 My parents instilled in me a strong sense of right and wrong, and I learned from an early age to use my voice and actions, when necessary. So if I see a situation where I can help, I do. I have to. Because I know I will be in that same situation someday myself, and I hope someone will have the courage and kindness to help me. It’s how this world should work.

Thank you 🙏
LadyBronte · 56-60, F
@Ghostinthemachine I don't think of it often, only when someone brings up the subject.
Gusman · 61-69, M
I upset a very good friend here by posting something that upset the member immensely.
I warned all that the post might be distressing.
My friend looked and was highly distressed and really went apeshit on me for posting it.
We fell out for a couple of years. I even contemplated leaving.
We interact with each other civilly now but only with a comment or two.
Things between us have not returned to before "That Post" days.
Gusman · 61-69, M
@Jenny1234 I agree. The reaction was totally unwarranted and over the top.
Destroyed our relationship and "I was to blame"?
Affected me greatly because 1) My friend was severely upset. 2) I was castigated even after putting in warnings.
@Gusman I’ve had supposed friends suddenly accuse me of something out of the blue and then we were no longer friends. Left me bewildered
Jenny1234 · 56-60, F
@Gusman that person is not a true friend if they don’t understand how a friendship works
Docdon23 · M
yes, some over political differences (in the USA, and recently a Thai woman got nasty when I told her her story about her brother at a young age getting sexually assaulted by other males was in fact assault..).
@Jenny1234 if someone has you blocked then I must be in good company
Jenny1234 · 56-60, F
@Ghostinthemachine I get blocked all the time 😂
@Jenny1234 probably the same people that boo Santa Claus 🎅
I’m a silent disagree person but I do every day. Offend not so much but it happens everyday here amongst other users.
@Gingerbreadspice Silent…but deadly 😎

And yes, I’m only now starting to notice
😂yeah right.people love arguing. Perhaps they’ve blocked you. 🤣 I don’t block anyone but they block me. Reminds me of that song …

People are outraged and offended so easily. Whatever - they must block me then🤟🏼😎 no offence taken.

[media=https://youtu.be/6EefPcht54c]
Iwillwait · M
@Ghostinthemachine I Believe he was Cancelled by the MeToo movement and negative publicity.
@Iwillwait I had no idea
@TangledUpInBlue
exexec · 70-79, C
It is really difficult to offend me. I disagree with a lot of things I see on SW, but I choose not to discuss politics or religion online. Since most of my disagreements are on those two topics, I remain silent.
@exexec I’m pretty much in agreement with you on this
GerOttman · 70-79, M
Offended? No!

Differences, many.

I belive, without any hard evidence, that the site is actively limiting interactions amongst certain posters. The only other option is that my gruff demeanor and razor wit has scared some individuals off. I find that unlikely as these individuals do not strike me as easily scared offish...
@GerOttman I find I see some of the users some of the time and none of the users none of the time. Am I blocked?
GerOttman · 70-79, M
@Ghostinthemachine I think someone or something is trying to vanilla the feed. Maybe we should all stick to posting and commenting on our favorite recipes and flower gardening tips!
@GerOttman I like food n flowers. Both smell nice
Levenrack · 46-50, M
I believe I did so, and was insta-blocked. The person I'm referring to just came back from a hiatus. And, one thing lead to another, as me being silly with my horrible sense of humor and antics. Lol 😆 yeah weird right? Anywho. Sorry lady.
@Levenrack My sense of humour is not for everyone, and has got me into trouble both online and irl 🤭
HoeBag · 46-50, F
I imagine that most blocks, people being offended, arguing, etc is the result of political arguments.

Avoid that part of SW and it is unlikely you will have any unpleasant interactions.

I was pretty bad about hanging out on the political parts for a while but it just p*ssed me off so, I had to use a few blocks and then find something more pleasant to read about.
@HoeBag I observe the political posts from time to time, but rarely comment. You’re not going to change anyone’s minds or opinions here
Adogslife · 61-69, M
People get offended and block a lot here.

Word has it that mommies’ basements are becoming less safe by the year. Going outside to play is now the number 1 cause of full blown PTSD.
@Adogslife I think the lockdown affected/stunted the social development of a generation, sadly
Adogslife · 61-69, M
@Ghostinthemachine I think video games preceded the lockdown, but both restrict development, health and social skills.
@Adogslife it’s important to interact with people in person
LadyBronte · 56-60, F
People are too wimpy and easily offended these days. I recently spoke plainly and honestly and was blocked for it right away. I laughed. To be honest, I couldn't care less.
@LadyBronte I look at it as people are filtering themselves out of my life if they choose to do that. Saves me the trouble
LadyBronte · 56-60, F
CrazyMusicLover · 31-35
Well, there are some bumps now and then, aren't there? But I don't lose my sleep over anything that happens on here.
@CrazyMusicLover that’s a good approach. Every journey is never a completely smooth ride
I know someone who does that, there's a group of "fishwives" who love to gossip, spread lies etc, but I could not possibly tell you who it is or I'd be eliminated
@AbsolutelyFabulous you can whisper it to me quietly, I won’t tell 🤫
Justmeraeagain · 56-60, F
I am offended and I disagree with this
@Justmeraeagain But you haven’t given me your opinion on this post 🤔
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smiler2012 · 61-69
@ghostinthemachine 🤔yes i think how has not been there lol if you stay away freom hot topics like politics then really youy should be mainly grief free
@smiler2012 I try to approach this place as Charlie Brown would…only good grief 🙂
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@jackieash some people can’t keep it civil or limited to SW. Personal attacks are never cool, and as soon as you resort to that, you’ve lost
@jackieash thanks, same as my IQ
Jenny1234 · 56-60, F
People here always plead their right too free speech but then the second that someone else post an opinion they jump all over you and tell you that you're (me) what’s wrong with this world and then they block you
@Jenny1234 thin skinned individuals will always find refuge in the anonymity of online social media
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@MentalDisturbance I try not invest too much of myself on here, as you can never be sure who you are dealing with. It takes time to really get to know someone, and build that trust
Iwillwait · M
Sure, but I am usually more so annoyed by the individual who would jump on my answers (not the Author of the Post) and then continue to argue with me, then make lighthearted comments with others, these particular trolls are on here daily.
@Iwillwait that’s not fun nor fair, a bit of mob mentality
As long as 'victims' who bring their own misfortunes upon themselves are coddled and pampered, everyone is happy. The last thing anyone needs on this site is someone who tells the truth as it is.
@RogueLodyte Problem is, as I see it, everyone has their own “truth” these days, making general agreement an even more unattainable goal
bookerdana · M
Everything is all kisses and light

@bookerdana sounds wonderful, until you try it, either irl or online 🤭
ScreamingFox · 41-45, F
@ScreamingFox Just as I thought 🙈🙉🙊
Fortunately there is a block option, so when you find someone that turns that screw you can get rid of them easily. Makes the experience here a lot nicer.
@JamesBugman can you imagine life here without it?
I wonder how long before the Admins realized they needed it as an option? 😂
@Ghostinthemachine Haha yea, they probably got tired of doing the blocking themselves.
@JamesBugman I think this community is smaller than we know, alts considered
BillyMack · 46-50, M
@BillyMack 👊
This post is offensive 😒
Jenny1234 · 56-60, F
@ExperienceDLT I thought it was post positive.
@Jenny1234 nu-uh
@Jenny1234 I’m almost positive I was being post-positive
If I haven’t blocked them, it wasn’t serious to me.
@bijouxbroussard use in case of extreme emergency 🚨
MasterLee · 56-60, M
Offended? No.
@MasterLee good, pretty chill
Gibbon · 70-79, M
Hell yes. There have been many feuds here. The block button usually ends them.
@Gibbon Feuds…as legendary as the Hatfields and Mccoys?!?!
Gibbon · 70-79, M
@Ghostinthemachine I wouldn't go that far. Politics causes most of it.
@Gibbon I agree, politics is generally a lose-lose conversation
tobynshorty · 51-55, F
I take it all with a grain of salt.
watch the salt @tobynshorty , it's not great for your blood pressure :)
@tobynshorty Gives this place a bit more flavour 😋
Rolexeo · 26-30, M
By your physiques, yes, so many I blocked for offending my eyes
@Rolexeo you can always turn away, avert your gaze
You've offended a couple but not me! 👀
@mZ8iDC2IR5 expose these angry downvotes!
@Ghostinthemachine it's satan
KentuckyFriedFloozy · 26-30, F
Disagreed? Of course.

Offended? Only by extreme things like pedophiles on here or racists.
@KentuckyFriedFloozy I guess you can’t escape them, just like in the real world
KentuckyFriedFloozy · 26-30, F
@Ghostinthemachine sadly you can't
@KentuckyFriedFloozy I like to think someday…
fun4us2b · M
Heck no! Everyone gets along in places that are sprinkled with fairy dust 🧚😂
@fun4us2b Ah…Ah…CHOO!!!
Hey, go easy with that stuff will ya? 😪
ShenaniganFoodie · 36-40, M
YES

Gus thinks that AFL is a real sport


If so, why would they call it " Australian Fairy League "
@ShenaniganFoodie to each their own opinion, no?
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@MsSwan I find your gifs highly inoffensive, and extremely amusing
@BrandNewMan
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@zonavar68 bullshevik…good term
Ferise1 · 46-50, M
Yes, I fought about Russia, Trump, the notion that drowning is an absolute horrific experience, and many more… it ended up in a block either way.
@Ferise1 unless people get mean, cruel or personal, I don’t block either
Ferise1 · 46-50, M
@Ghostinthemachine even then I stay on, I usually ignore the insults, it’s a good technique because you’re telling them that didn’t affect me at all. I don’t need to address it and I don’t need to fight back. And I just stick to the argument.
@Ferise1

 
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