Deep Thoughts Bulletin Board

[Janice]

Thank you to the active members who particpate in this forums' discussions! I am encouraged that you've found a place on the site that you feel comfortable sharing your thoughts on deeper subjects with other members. Deep Thoughts guidelines are lax and moderation follows suit due to the personal nature of these discussions.

When topics become controversial, or if an argument becomes heated lets try to remember that it takes courage to put your views and opinion on the line for critique and discussion. If you dont agree with someone please give them the chance to express their views, and respect personal boundaries if not their position on the issue.

 

[Janice]

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE ABOVE POST.

Practice respect, keep it clean (no personal attacks). There is nothing "weird" going on with our moderation of this forum. It is CLEARLY posted that moderation is LAX because I believe strongly in your ability to have your own opinion. Personal attacks ARE NOT TOLERATED, differences of opinion are just that. I can not become involved in your personal disputes with other members.

If someone is getting under your skin PLACE THEM ON IGNORE. You have the ability in your userCP to ignore other members. This means you will not see their posts. Take advantage of this if a member just annoys the hell out of you.

This is a message board, I value everyone who places their opinions on the line it takes a lot of guts. Don't take it personal if someone doesn't agree with you or has/offers an alternative viewpoint! Not everyone is going to agree, it what's makes this forum special (being able to politely debate and disagree without developing grudges!).

Please, practice "specktrahood" treat others fairly even if you don't agree with their opinion. If you find a thread degenerating, step out of it and move on. There's no reason to become so emotionally involved if it causes you emotional anguish!