Posted by Lou Pilder on August 23, 2009, at 16:50:43
In reply to Re: Lou's request to Angela2 -phlat, posted by Angela2 on August 23, 2009, at 15:52:12
> Lou, when I am supportive of others, I listen to what they are saying, I may give feedback, advice, or just ((((hugs)))) to let them know someone hears them and cares.
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> Ivan Skidyvan:
> Ya know folks, I think that Lamark was right in his conception of evolution.
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> My reply to Ivan would be one of two: 1. I wouldn't say anything because I don't know who Lamark is and what he believes about evolution. 2. if I'm feeling curious I would ask Ivan what Lamark believes about evolution.
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> >>>B. In such a post, could there be reinforcement to one side and if so, could then reinforcement be the same in your opinion as support?
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> I am not sure I have a good grasp on what reinforcement is here. is reinforcement, agreeing with the poster's statement?Angela2
You wrote, [...I would ask Ivan Skidyvan what Lamark believes...].
That is good as I see it as being supportive. The asking is showing that one has read his post. The asking also gives him the opportunity to explain what is being asked. This could be good for the community as the explanation could bring out more education and support (which I have not defined my understanding of here as of yet).
Lou
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