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Apr 16, 2009, 10:54 AM
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I do believe Psych Central to be the most supportive site I have ever come across.
Just thought I'd post a few tips on supportive posting.  1) When replying to someone elses post always bare in mind that they are probably looking for the love and understanding that they have never had before. 2) It's ok to go slightly off topic but try to remember to acknowledge the original poster. 3) If you strongly disagree with the origial poster or are triggered by what they have said then don't reply. 4) If you don't have any idea what to say a hug is fantastic in letting the original poster know that you care. 5) If you are unsure whether your post is supportive or not you can check it out with a moderator first. 6) Help each other. Enjoy! 
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Apr 16, 2009, 04:43 PM
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very well put pegasus
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 No kind action ever stops with itself. One kind action leads to another. Good example is followed. A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees. The greatest work that kindness does to others is that it makes them kind themselves.
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Apr 17, 2009, 07:13 AM
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Thank you for the thank you's and love to all!
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Pegasus Got a quick question related to mental health or a treatment? Ask it here General Q&A Forum “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by it's ability to climb a tree, it will live it's whole life believing that it is stupid.” - Albert Einstein |
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Apr 17, 2009, 12:00 PM
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Dear Pegasus, you are one of many here who have given so much of yourself to this community. I thank everyone here who has been around for a long time and continues to support those who come here. I don't know how so many of you do it without burning out. I'm amazed because I find myself becoming overwhelmed after reading a couple of postings. Sometimes I can respond and other times I'm emotionally drained. Thank heavens for the games here. They seem to help bring me back and become grounded.
Thanks again to all. 
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Apr 18, 2009, 11:09 PM
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Sometimes when trying to be supportive on the net I worry I may be talking to someone who may actually be the villain in a situation trying to find someone on the net (who really knows nothing about them) to tell them they are right when everyone around them is telling them they're not. I could prolong or even worsen their silly behavior by taking their side (I really have no idea if this happens on this site).
When in doubt I try to make suggestions that will be constructive regardless of whether they are the "goody" or the "bady". I firmly believe everyone deserves constructive and supportive psychological advice but it may have to be neutral, not taking sides. It's not an easy one, it may be worth the risk of being nice to a "jerk" if it's necessary to get to those in real need and i guess there's a lot to be said for innocent until proven guilty, and it's a matter of personality, personal style etc. |
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Apr 19, 2009, 03:29 AM
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I like this one as it always warms the heart to know that someone cares. |
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This is an old thread. You probably should not post your reply to it, as the original poster is unlikely to see it.|
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