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I encourage debate and differing views. I see people taking the defensive position in some of the post lately and wanted to give my thoughts on this. First of all diversity is what makes a forum so valuable, the differing views debated in a healthy, respectful way create new and innovative branches to grow from. No one should ever take a differing view as a personal attack in fact when you receive a differing view you should use this as the catalyst to give more information on your views. We all have a common goal here and that is to use and grow with the information from this forum.
When presenting your views do this in a non-personal, intelligent way. Just because you disagree does not mean you can't remain close brothers in our ultimate plight. I understand getting caught up in forum drama and how this can sometimes be intoxicating but it is important to be open minded and hear your fellow brothers and respond with intellect instead of anger.
I am not saying anyone here has been out of line...in fact a perfect example of intelligent exchange of views is a health, non-threatening manner is the MetalEd thread on pre-pe size. Many people chimed in with valid, inquisitive views which produced a thread of substance.
Keep up the good work and do not be afraid to give your own opinion. This is what makes MoS a wonderful, friendly place.
DLD
When presenting your views do this in a non-personal, intelligent way. Just because you disagree does not mean you can't remain close brothers in our ultimate plight. I understand getting caught up in forum drama and how this can sometimes be intoxicating but it is important to be open minded and hear your fellow brothers and respond with intellect instead of anger.
I am not saying anyone here has been out of line...in fact a perfect example of intelligent exchange of views is a health, non-threatening manner is the MetalEd thread on pre-pe size. Many people chimed in with valid, inquisitive views which produced a thread of substance.
Keep up the good work and do not be afraid to give your own opinion. This is what makes MoS a wonderful, friendly place.
DLD