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Why Did You Join SW?

What was your original reason for joining this ste?
WanderingThrough · 31-35, F
An attempt to replace EP.
WanderingThrough · 31-35, F
@candycane Similar Worlds really destroyed the entire group system, that’s for sure. Now my default is always to post in “Similar Worlds” because I can’t be bothered to find a suitable forum.
Carissimi · 70-79, F
Yes, getting rid of the old EP groups was a big fail for SW. It was so much better with the old groups than this chaotic system. I don’t even bother with groups now, just pick the nearest random group that fits, or does not fit my post a lot of times. @candycane
[big][center][u][i][b][c=A69800]A friend from another site kept talking about this site..so not make an account at time coz did not feel like it.



BUT I got suspended on fucking reddit for saying something that was not that bad while they allow stalkers, bullies and harassers on there as in beginning of 2020 and throughout I was being harassed big time for saying what I thought and more which people there hated as they where mostly all doing the same (to do with vaccination(s)..) and that kinda thing. That was allowed as reported the anon message awards I was getting but they did not accept the report in first place.



The site sucks. So anyways, I was in another category than usual and they changed the rules suddenly to make it seem that I was against the said rules.. I got banned from category which WOULD HAVE BEEN FINE but than the site suspends my frigging account. What the hell 🙄🤔😒🤷🏼‍♀️ unfair


So...............I think a clique in category I usually went on where secretly reporting my like they might have done all the time on Y!A (Yahoo Answers.


So sudden was the account gone that I could not talk to my favourite people anymore. And in end I thought fuck it..lets make an account on here, kinda glad I did.[/c][/b][/i][/u][/center][/big]
@Jackson711247 [big][center][u][i][b][c=A69800]Nice, thanks :) [/c][/b][/i][/u][/center][/big]
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@PrincessRoarBuddy you are welcome. well hopefully you build new connections and are able to express yourself freely here.
SW-User
@PrincessRoarBuddy A friend from another site must have liked you, maybe he also hated WEASELS
I came from EP. I wanted to share encouragement and God.
GrinNude · 61-69, C
I first joined EP to talk about private events anonymously so I could hear other people's perspectives.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@GrinNude cool
To share my love and knowledge of God, from studying His Word. After all he's done for me, I promised him I would and I've always kept my promise, since 1973. He is worth it.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@LadyGrace Yes he is worthy. 🙌 🙏
Most of Relate to that's members came here.
@bijouxbroussard @Abstraction it was the fee.
When they introduced it Janet stated on open forum,in response to a reply I made on the subject,that existing members would never have to pay.
(DLRannie can confirm that).
Then she decided everyone would have to pay.
Myself and Annie challenged that.
Janet denied she had ever said that.
It led to me and Epimenedes having a falling out( the day I left I was a subject of a terrible post by Epi-accused of bullying the owners)and Janet was making snide remarks on my posts.
It was clear I was no longer wanted on R2T so I left-but they then officially banned me anyway.
And I was informed by Annie that Janet did find her statement.
But it was too late then.
I still think R2T was a prime example of what could have been a highly successful forum-but was sadly a prime example of how not to run one.
I recently left Buzz50 after one too many run ins with draconian moderation.
But I'm on several senior forums where the owners like me and moderation is never needed.
I even give Welsh lessons on one!
Abstraction · 61-69, M
@TheSirfurryanimalWales I love that you give Welsh lessons. I'm on a Oil Painting forum. It's so civilised, friendly, trouble-free.
You aren't even remotely in a category where owners should have a problem with you.
@Abstraction I agree😀.
But over moderation I have trouble ignoring😅.
Stuck at home looking after Mum - 24/7 high care.
It meant enforced isolation and cabin-fever for 18 months
(until she died at 91 & 6 weeks).
SW-User
To have intellectual conversations and discuss traumas
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@SW-User have you been able to do that?
Carissimi · 70-79, F
As EP was coming to an end, this site was created and advertised as a natural substitute for EP refugees. It has a very similar format, although it does not have the bells and whistles of EP, which were great, and I think only a minority of EP members migrated over. Nothing can compare to EP, but SW is the next best thing that I’m aware of.
Teirdalin · 31-35
@Carissimi Honestly the fact they brought over my "I Teirdalin Is Awesome" group is the main draw for me.
to speak to like minded people. All i am getting is attacked. by groups of bullies. it is weird and twisted the way they all pile on together ... as if it is the same person. i think maybe they are children that aren't supposed to be here anyway
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@DIABLISS hmm that's interesting. Is it in a particular group you joined or no matter where you reply its the same thing. Being attacked and bullied. I have realized a certain amount of people cannot accept different opinions and view points. I mean i don't agree with some but i just don't respond to what they say and if i do when it gets out of hand i just ignore them. Some people get on sites just like these to see who they can affect in a negative way. Don't give them that energy or glory.
@Jackson711247 i try but they just keep coming in a clan. it is constant needling and insults and it is immediate. sometimes i just say "of course, you would think that". but sometimes i guess i really want to argue with stupid people. I reminds me so much of home
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@DIABLISS they may just remember who you are and follow you everywhere. Well hopefully it gets better. Yeah i can't argue with people when i come on here just to have good conversation have a laugh and meet some people with same interests that are cool. But good luck to you.
I was invited to from EP.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Colonelmustardseed Are you enjoying it?
@Jackson711247 It’s okay. Not as active as EP was.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
A friend from EP advised me about it.
dubkebab · 51-55, M
@bijouxbroussard Glad yer still around to class up the joint,kid.
@dubkebab Aww, thank you ! Good to see you, too. 😊
dubkebab · 51-55, M
@bijouxbroussard Picnic's on me in some epic nature spot if you're ever around the lower Russian River,yo.
CestManan · 46-50, F
I used to be on a site that equally stimulated my intellect, called "Is it normal" but it started having technical problems so I wandered around and kind of ended up here.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@CestManan Yeah thats facts. On everything else being a sin and the dating scene. I mean it's their choice to do what they want. Not much i can say about that. What is your opinion on it? I think i have a clue from reading your replies but don't want to assume.
CestManan · 46-50, F
@Jackson711247 honestly I would rather take care of myself than be with someone else because I don't have to pretend to like myself or anything. Besides what people do with their own bodies is their own decision.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@CestManan i understand that completely.
MasterLee · 56-60, M
For the laughs. Same as ep.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@MasterLee this site will bring a good laugh i can agree with that.
Nevaeh0081 · 36-40, F
Boredom.

Like EP, SW is a great way to pass the time.

Quite fun and addicting.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Carissimi just find one that you like that fits you. If none of them fit you then i understand that.
Carissimi · 70-79, F
The groups are rubbish. I have my own groups that I imported from EP, but can’t post to them. It used to be you could easily find a group you wanted to post in, but now you write your post, and have to choose from a list that comes up, or go searching for one. On EP, you had all your interest groups on your profile, clicked on the one you wanted, and then write your story.

I don’t care anymore. I just post and pick the one closest that comes up that may or may not be associated with my post. Even if I could use my old groups again, I probably wouldn’t because the culture has changed, and what I’d share on EP, at that time, is not what I’d share now in this insane culture. @Jackson711247
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Carissimi i was wondering about that with the post. I found that weird as well and finding a group on here is difficult. EP it was much easier. Yes stuff i would share back then i wouldn't share now a days. Facts 💯
Justenjoyit · 56-60, M
Looking for love
Justenjoyit · 56-60, M
@Mooed78 [image]
Justenjoyit · 56-60, M
@Jackson711247 Everyone lives to far away
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Justenjoyit i get that. You will just have a long distance connection until they move you move or you find someone in your area.
I was a member on E,P 5 years,,they close the doors ,,,,,S,W was open hear i am,,
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@jackrabbit10 i can see that. I guess EP got to wild. I really enjoyed how different it was at the time and connect with different people.
candycane · 31-35, F
@candycane I miss the ocean,,
pentacorn · F
slowly migrated here after SodaHead died in June 2015, tried answerMug and Amirite first - both sucked, was told about this place in 2016 - tried it out, hated it, left, came back in 2018 - it's ok
valzgore · 16-17, F
i originally came here to talk about my feelings thinking that no one would reply, but they did, so i come here every once in a while now
Nevaeh0081 · 36-40, F
@valzgore Yes. That's what it's for. To vent.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@valzgore that's awesome
DeWayfarer · 61-69, M
Was lurking on EP when I happened to notice the announcement of this site.

No I didn't have a account there. Was lurking there for months though.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@DeWayfarer i understand
SW-User
I looked up sleep paralysis stories and found one on experience project in 2013. I’ve been trying to leave ever sonce
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@SW-User Good Luck!
DragonFruit · 61-69, M
I was referred to it by a friend from EP.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@DragonFruit Do you enjoy the site?
DragonFruit · 61-69, M
@Jackson711247 Sometimes I definitely do....but I see it as more of a support site than anything else, despite the other topics.
CountScrofula · 41-45, M
EP refugee, I was here first day.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@CountScrofula oh wow so what's your take on the site?
CountScrofula · 41-45, M
@Jackson711247 It's a lot smaller but I generally prefer it. EP had a pretty profoundly sleazy underbelly and a lot of harassment and groomers and other sketchy shit going on as well as mods who just effectively abandoned the site for the last year.

SW has tremendous problems, but overall it's a better place to be. I think the people who miss EP are looking back on it with rose-coloured glasses. A huge number more quality of life improvements on this site - even just embedding in threads is a big deal.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@CountScrofula i can see your point of view. Thanks for taking time out to respond.
AdaXI · 41-45, T
My original reason was...[center][big]GOBBLE GOBBLE GOBBLE!!!![/big]
[/center] 乂^◡^乂
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@AdaXI hmm interesting
AdaXI · 41-45, T
@Jackson711247 It's riveting sh!t I know, LMAO!🤣
乂^◡^乂
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@AdaXI lol
Bri89 · 31-35, M
I got nostalgic for something akin to Yahoo Answers, and when I heard it was closing down, even though at the time I hadn't used it in years due to how glitchy it was, I wanted to find a way to relive some of what I had lost years ago.

Sadly, the more time I spend here the more I realize that I don't think that anything will ever replace Yahoo Answers.
dubkebab · 51-55, M
Once on EP I wrote this rambling story that had, like,secluded waterfalls amidst mossy grottoes and a monkey butler in a fez serving exotic cheeses and a badass lady took notice and thusly my writing career received an octane boost and now many moons later I remain an international man of letters and stuff.
Mooed78 · F
I was bored out in the field.. 🐄
Justenjoyit · 56-60, M
@Mooed78 [image]
Henal · 26-30, F
EP shut down and everyone came here.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Henal Thats what i been hearing the most. Same here.
SW-User
Originally, it was because they heavily advertised themselves as "Experience Project 2" back when Experience Project announced they would be shutting down. Since I frequented EP, I came here.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@SW-User nice marketing huh lol
PhilDeep · 51-55, M
EP replacement.
Found it by accident. I’m in a sexless relationship. Found a chat group on EP The rest is history. This place has helped me in so many ways. I’m so much more healthy now
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Quoththeraven that's awesome to hear. Glad it has helped you.
helenS · 36-40, F
Curiosity. It's the only "social" site I've ever joined. I like its almost parochial character.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@helenS glad you found it
helenS · 36-40, F
@Jackson711247 I'm quite happy about that myself. I met nice guys like you 🌷
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@helenS aww thankyou 🙂. Yes i try to hold a good conversation and respect people opinions. Conversation are good and you can learn alot from people. Well i thankyou for taking your time out to respond 🌹
To continue the relationships formed in Experience Project, and SW is an awesome site that allows controversial discussion, while maintaining true decency and fairness.
ServantOfTheGoddess · 61-69, M
I was destined to meet my SW Mistress 🥰 here, though it took several years.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@ServantOfTheGoddess did you find her?
ServantOfTheGoddess · 61-69, M
@Jackson711247 Yes, we have been together for over a year and a half now 🥰
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@ServantOfTheGoddess well you found what you were searching for.
Wizardry · 46-50, M
Can’t remember why. Looked cool when I came across it
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Wizardry Are you glad you joined?
Wizardry · 46-50, M
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Wizardry cool 😎
Happilymelancholic27 · 22-25, M
It seemed like a cool place to join. This one is the newest site I've joined after Spacehey.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Happilymelancholic27 cool hope you enjoy. Never heard of spacehey
TheFragile · 46-50, M
To reconnect with someone I met ten years ago on EP.
TheFragile · 46-50, M
@Jackson711247 Yes I did.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@TheFragile that's pretty cool
TheFragile · 46-50, M
@Jackson711247 It was bittersweet.
Entwistle · 56-60, M
Why did EP close down?
candycane · 31-35, F
@Entwistle craiglist killer too. It was more than just that
@Entwistle Facebook is a lot bigger, and even it’s faced some major lawsuits. I understood that the death was just one factor in EP’s closing.
MasterLee · 56-60, M
@Entwistle somehow linked to a guy on ep so they sued ep
ravenhill · M
well, yahoo answers was closing down and someone on yahoo recommended this site, so thought i'd give it a try.
Vix3n · 36-40, F
I came from EP...

Joined EP to just share my emotions and feelings and jus write...

Made various connections on here...
smiler2012 · 56-60
{@jackson711247] 🤔think like a lot we are refugees from experience project
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@smiler2012 Iam as well. Do you enjoy this one more less or the same?
TexChik · F
When EP fell apart, this site started advertising itself as the new EP.
I followed everyone from EP...
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@HootyTheNightOwl Was it worth it?
@Jackson711247 If I hadn't... I wouldn't have my man now...
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
SmoothKnight · 51-55, M
To watch human de-volution in real time
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@SmoothKnight Are you getting what you expected?
dubkebab · 51-55, M
@SmoothKnight [media=https://youtu.be/gShKgGs-Jbw]
Emjay · 18-21, F
To bask in the respectful insights of brilliant minds
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Emjay you will definitely find some different view points here.
Cuz I was on EP and I didn't get what I wanted from the internet yet
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@sexyjigsaw i understand that
Entwistle · 56-60, M
Guess i must have been a bit bored.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Entwistle since joining have you not been as bored.
Entwistle · 56-60, M
@Jackson711247 At times,When that happens i join.other sites.
SW-User
A masked man had a gun pointed at my head.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@SW-User well glad you followed his directions
EP refuge which seems to be a be a similiar reason for many here
Confined · 56-60, M
Invited from EP. Also something to do.
Jackson711247 · 36-40, M
@Confined What you enjoy most about the site?

 
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