There has been much discussion regarding the tone of the forum as of late; specifically regarding newbies not "respecting" (for lack of better phrasing) the more knowledgeable folks here, and likewise, some of the seasoned members not sugarcoating their advice and perhaps being a little rude with delivering their information.
I just came across this thread on another forum, and thought it was relevant. Please take the time to read:
What permits do I need and how do I ge them? - Tortoise Forum - Tortoise Husbandry Community
Note the following:
- The OP is only 13
- A couple members there responded somewhat curtly, but not insulting.
- No one got overly offended, or bit anyone else's head off or anything. The discussion was kept civil despite two different methods of offering advice were given
Here is one series of posts that stood out.
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Originally Posted by Tom
TB, you have the general right idea. Boah and Eric like to be very technical at times and I don't know if they realize your age. .......
Those guys are not offended, they are just pointing out a technical inaccuracy, and not sugar coating it for you. Don't worry about it. You've done nothing offensive.
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Originally Posted by TB' pid='566792' dateline='1352919412
Thank you Tom for clearing that up  Yes, in case you guys didn't know I'm 13 :P |
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Originally Posted by Baoh' pid='566800' dateline='1352922221
Like Tom said, definitely not offensive to me.
Age is not a handicap. It is one kind of advantage on the low end and another kind of advantage on the high end. I would feel shorted if people held this kind of information back from me when I was 13, so I offer you the same informational respect I would expect.
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This was an exchange between a teenager and two men (among other members) that were grown adults, easily 10 yrs my senior. Regrettably, I do not see this level of maturity displayed online. Many people get flustered because someone simply offered advice that was not requested, and a lot of folks here are around the same age.
Anyway...that's all.
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