Hi SoupDragon!

I think that's an excellent question; I've been thinking that (without realizing it) for some time now. I slip in and out of forums and read the posts; a "thanks" here and there-----but I keep my opinons and actual responses to myself. I rarely respond; if I do, it's because I feel the OP may get something from my sharing to help them.

I responded to you and three others in the last 6 months. They were very difficult posts to write. I used to be able to respond to everyone on all the forums.

I have become much more selective about posting. I prefer to read what others have to say. I learn much this way. I am also not a good sport with regards to the critiques on how I am supposed to feel. Naughty theo!!!

I have also been known to write an entire post, submit it; and delete it within the hour. I am unable to handle the wonderful arguments, and oftentimes-the misunderstandings of others when they react to my post/perspective...a bit more tolerance, and kindness would be nice...but that is not their failure; it is my inability to accept criticism. Be it on my head. I like me, you don't--oh--la di da!

What do the individual poster's responses/perspectives say about them and where they are in recovery at the time of the posting?

From watching objectively, reading each post from my silent seat; they tell me everything.

Good idea for a thread!!! (((SoupDragon)))

oops! I'll be back to delete--too long, and too many arrows headed my way!