I think that most people feel that they 'think differently' than others. How many of us feel misunderstood in PC and/or real life at times?

Putting that up as an obstacle to posting just delays the process of moving forward.

I like to talk to and receive/give feedback from or to people who think differently from the way I do. The only reason I don't respond to certain people on a consistent basis is if they 1) don't seem to want opinions that differ from their own, 2) are excessively defensive, 3) are rude, or 4) are so stuck that despite all of the support they get, never make any changes to move forward, and merely complain about the same things over and over, expecting everyone else to do all of the changing. (edit - just to clarify I'm referring to the support I give as a member (not as admin) in the public forums)

About PC, think SeptMorn said it well. I don't always agree with every decision made here either, but I don't expect PsychCental to be my entire world. When I want to talk about politics, I talk to my friends or neighbors or fellow RL volunteers. When I want to talk about religious impact on society and myself, I take those discussions elsewhere.

PC is where I go to get and give support for mental health issues. I've made some very close friendships here, but I still balance where I look to get my needs met.

I hope that the majoriy of members who participate at PC find it to be a good place for support for their real-life mental health issues, and in the process make some friends.