Posted by TexasChic on January 6, 2006, at 20:21:17
In reply to Re: Everyone on these boards have had, posted by lynn971 on January 6, 2006, at 19:01:47
The way I see it, this is Dr. Bob's board. What right do we have to make demands on how his website should be run? If he wanted, he could say, no one can use words that start with the letter 'W'. If we don't like it, we can leave.
As for Deneb :-) I believe there is a reason behind her behavior. I don't know what it is, but she's pretty consistant, wouldn't you say? I hope something someone has said will help her in real life. But it's up to her whether or not she uses any info she's gained here. No one can 'make' her do it. Its up to us whether we choose to read and/or reply to her posts. She can't 'make' us do that.
A long time ago I decided to read the posts I chose to, and not feel guilty about those I skip. I think this enables me to give support to those I can, and leave the others for someone else to try. This way I don't spread myself too thin, making me no help to anyone. Its just not possible to read all the posts and be there for everyone. And if I don't feel up to dealing with an emotional post, I don't read it . I'd rather leave it for someone who feels equiped to handle it at that particular time.
None of us here are trained professionals or claim to be. We don't know the correct way to deal with a suicidal person or anything like that. All we can do is be there for someone to talk to. People will either take our advice or not. There's only so much you can do from behind your keyboard.
The thing is, the people here are so-o-o, so-o-o passionate! They really put their heart into things. Its one of the reason's I love this place. Its also why so many people get hurt.
I hope this doesn't sound bossy or like I'm a know it all or anything (I always feel like I sound that way). I just felt the need to share my thoughts on the subject. I know I'm not perfect, and my way may not be the way for everyone. Take it for what its worth.
-T
poster:TexasChic
thread:595104
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/social/20060102/msgs/595986.html