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[–] vivalafreakshow [S] ago
Its not so much about legitimate criticism but more of the "you don't have the same view as me there for I will call you all kinds of names". I don't have a problem with having a discussion as long as ppl keep it civil, not everyone will have the same opinions as me and that's fine as-long as they don't resort to name calling and harassing me.
[–] moonburn 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
If someone starts resorting to personal insults or ad hominem attacks then the discussion is pretty much over. There will be nothing useful gained from continuing to interact with that person. Move on and search out more interesting conversations elsewhere. Don't get baited into futile arguments and name calling, it is a waste of time.
[–] evdarr 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
fortunately I think that if I can outright see the 'criticism' hurled at me is not based on much and consist almost exclusively of namecalling I pretty much dismiss it without having to make a conscious descision about it. I try to take criticism on the internet almost the same as I take it IRL. If you make an argument I will try to listen to you and understand your point of view. If you just stand there yelling insults, I will walk away from you and if I meet you again and recognize you I will avoid you and not take you seriously.
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[–] Contiguousrabbit 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
I just imagine how sad their life is, that the best thing they have to do is insult someone on the internet.
That being said, if I post something stupid, I'll take my lumps :-)
[–] ohnoesmikey 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
Don't ever take personally, things people say online. These are things trolls are way too cowardly to say to your face. I see it as a triumph when some douchenozzle pops off, because that means they were somehow made to feel less-than by my erudition online lol. Also, here is a saying : "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent" -Eleanor Roosevelt
[–] tacitus 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago (edited ago)
Getting into flame wars online is just petty. Even in real life, if someone chooses to be a dick to you (and it is an active choice), then just deal with it, unless it's reputation damaging or potentially violent. Look up stoic philosophy. One of the cornerstones of it is maintaining an almost emotionless state, however the whole point of it isn't that you force yourself to grin and bear it, but more that you let things go, accepts things/actions/people for what they are, and you yourself become stateless (don't carry negative emotions/memories around with you like baggage). Think of the old christian maxim: "God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."
[–] jinx_r 0 points 1 point 1 point (+1|-0) ago
I can be sassy so I do reply but the block button is there for a reason. Some people judge you for blocking but if it's really bothering you or an inconvenience, just press the button. I always try to engage in a constructive way first but some people get really aggressive (Tumblr types, 6 angry tweets every 2 minutes kinda thing), and in those instances I just block. It saves my notifications too.
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[–] vivalafreakshow [S] 0 points 2 points 2 points (+2|-0) ago (edited ago)
Yes ppl here are certainly much friendlier than reddit. I don't know how to not take it personally though :/