How We Form A Opinion Of Fellow SF Posters & Think We Know Them

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:cool:Those of us that post regularly form a opinion of our fellow posters based on a number of factors. Their Profile if they have one, their picture if they have posted it, and of course what they say in their posts. Judging by responses from some members to my posts I know that some think they know me and certainly have a opinion. I, like wise have an opinion of other members and would like to think I know them. Fact is, we are probably all wrong with our assumptions.

Case in point. If a poster admits to being a Republican or a Democrat don't we instantly form a opinion of that person? Don't we sometimes form a opinion of the poster by virtue of where they live (the state)?, or if they are male/female.? I am not one of these people that is obsessed with privacy of either my medical or financial status although I do not publicly get into detail about either, but have no qualms about online financial and medical trans actions. In this day and age true privacy is hard to come by any way.

I wish their was a requirement that new members post a Profile with at least some minimal information like male/female, where they live etc.
 

Shalimar said:
Not all of us are American. Perhaps it is best to avoid qualifiers based on American political and geographical stats?
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American politics aside...I have to say Nope I most certainly don't form an opinion on someone by their loyalty to a particular party...absolutely not..unless of course it's a party which supports racism or violence..otherwise I truly believe that everyone has a right to to their own opinion. It's those who start screaming from the top of the hill that their opinion is right, and feel it necessary to abuse those who don't agree who are the ones I judge!!
 

I guess I am a white privileged male, I vote conservative (mostly independent), worked for a union and believe in the life of a baby long before it is born...have been working class and mostly lower working class all my life, well according to the numbers. when I couldn't pay my bills I got less bills and a second and third job....my wife "worked" at home with our five children ......drove old trucks and got along just fine, now semi-retired getting along much better.....there you have it think of me all you want or don't think of me at all. sad but all five of my children work and take care of themselves....
 
A person’s online profile means nothing to me. I’ve always found it rather amusing that so many people attach importance to profiles (not just here but on lots of sites). A profile is simply what a person chooses to type and put out there. It might be accurate, It might be partially true, and it might be a total pack of lies.

A person’s political affiliation doesn’t really mean much either. I have friends and relatives who are Republicans, Democrats, Independents, and also some who could not care less about politics.

People who type “lol” at the end of every sentence are eyeroll-inducing.:rolleyes: Are you really laughing out loud? Do you think what you just said is that funny? Must you tell others to laugh at what you said? Is it like a nervous laugh? Are you trying to put others at ease?

Aside from the substance of what a person says, their grammar, writing style, and way of expressing themself tells me quite a bit even if I disagree with what they say. Other indicators which make me form an opinion are people who throw a hissy fit when they are being ignored or not responded to as quickly as they want to be, people who butt into a discussion that’s none of their business just to defend their (quasi) “friend”, and people who must get the last word in even though those last words make them look more foolish and insecure.
 
I think, for me, it all boils down to--does this person appear to be a kind and compassionate individual? If so, great, if not, I prefer to spend my time with the warm and fuzzy people where possible.
 
applecruncher said:
A person’s online profile means nothing to me. I’ve always found it rather amusing that so many people attach importance to profiles (not just here but on lots of sites). A profile is simply what a person chooses to type and put out there. It might be accurate, It might be partially true, and it might be a total pack of lies.

A person’s political affiliation doesn’t really mean much either. I have friends and relatives who are Republicans, Democrats, Independents, and also some who could not care less about politics.

People who type “lol” at the end of every sentence are eyeroll-inducing.:rolleyes: Are you really laughing out loud? Do you think what you just said is that funny? Must you tell others to laugh at what you said? Is it like a nervous laugh? Are you trying to put others at ease?

Aside from the substance of what a person says, their grammar, writing style, and way of expressing themself tells me quite a bit even if I disagree with what they say. Other indicators which make me form an opinion are people who throw a hissy fit when they are being ignored or not responded to as quickly as they want to be, people who butt into a discussion that’s none of their business just to defend their (quasi) “friend”, and people who must get the last word in even though those last words make them look more foolish and insecure.
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I absolutely agree AC with everything you say..particularly the last paragraph!!


However..hangs head in shame..I do add ''LOL"' to a lot of my sentences...probably way to much but I do it usually because I don't want whatever it is I've written to be taken too seriously...as it so often can be with the written word. ...and no I;m not Laughing out Loud''..but I am simply smiling while I'm writing it..wryly or otherwise..
 
I must confess that many members have not come into focus for me and this is unfortunate because I feel the purpose of the Forum is to promote social intercourse and this is best achieved by getting to know the people you're socializing with. I'm not entirely sure why so many members insist on wearing a cloak of anonymity. I think it is a mistake to pretend that people's views on the controversial topics of the day are not important. In my mind they are a profound reflection of who a person is. I would hope that this doesn't mean we have to have pitched battles. Courtesy and respect should be observed at all times.
 
hollydolly said:
I absolutely agree AC with everything you say..particularly the last paragraph!!


However..hangs head in shame..I do add ''LOL"' to a lot of my sentences...probably way to much but I do it usually because I don't want whatever it is I've written to be taken too seriously...as it so often can be with the written word. ...and no I;m not Laughing out Loud''..but I am simply smiling while I'm writing it..wryly or otherwise..
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hmmm....good clarification. :yes:
LOLOL!!!!!
Seriously, though, I ws listening to one of the mornbing shows today and they said "LOL" is on the way out. Can't find the study/article, but it said now the preferred expression is "hehe", "haha" or "tee hee".

But I love this little guy:

:lofl:
 
Yeah the little rolly polly man make me LOL..LOL>:D.. just looking at him. Remember when people used to say PMSL or LMAO a lot..I hardly ever see that now..never used them myself..
 
applecruncher said:
.......People who type “lol” at the end of every sentence are eyeroll-inducing.:rolleyes: Are you really laughing out loud? Do you think what you just said is that funny? Must you tell others to laugh at what you said? Is it like a nervous laugh? Are you trying to put others at ease?.....
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I have always thought of it as "Lots of Luck"! imp
 
hollydolly said:
I absolutely agree AC with everything you say..particularly the last paragraph!!


However..hangs head in shame..I do add ''LOL"' to a lot of my sentences...probably way to much but I do it usually because I don't want whatever it is I've written to be taken too seriously...as it so often can be with the written word. ...and no I;m not Laughing out Loud''..but I am simply smiling while I'm writing it..wryly or otherwise..
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I too use LOL often...AC's assessment was food for thought. Firstly, I am always smiling or laughing when I use it. And, like Holly, want people to be aware that what I said is light hearted and not to be taken seriously. IF anyone ever does read my ranting LOL. There I go again...sorry AC if it offends you...to joke about things and make fun of myself is just my personality.
 
Okay, Nona. ;) It's just that I think "lol" is overused a lot. :shrug:

Some people use "lol" instead of a period after a sentence.
I'm more of a "haha!" or even "BWAHAHAHA!" (loud laugh) person. In person I have one of the loudest, most boisterous laughs you have ever heard,
 
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I rarely look at avatars, usually only look at profiles to see if the writer is a male or female. A persons beliefs...political or otherwise is unimportant. How anything is written does not influence me either. Rather how kind, sympathetic/empathetic and open to other's ideas, wisdom, life styles and beliefs are deciding factors in my opinion formation. Of course a sense of humor always adds a couple positive points.
 
applecruncher said:
Okay, Nona. ;) It's just that I think "lol" is overused a lot. :shrug:

Some people uses "lol" instead of a period after a sencence.
I'm more of a "haha!" or even "BWAHAHAHA!" (loud laugh) person. In person I have one of the loudest, most boisterous laughs you have ever heard,
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Ahhh I forgot....I am usually to lazy to browse through all the emoticons. My laugh is more of a chuckle/giggle...lol is a lot shorter than giggle or chuckle and they look rather silly. :bigwink: Though appropriate that emoticon took 9 characters vs the three of a lol ....
 
Ah-ha. I am a robot, a negative robot. Touch me and sparks will fly. Lol was well over used when I found out what it mean't. I am a natural born liar. Donald Trump is good for American politics. I use this avatar because it is the only photo ever taken by this robot using a digital camera. Does anyone know the correct date?
 
applecruncher said:
I'm more of a "haha!" or even "BWAHAHAHA!" (loud laugh) person. In person I have one of the loudest, most boisterous laughs you have ever heard,
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Now see, I've used "BWAhahahaha" many times but it always has a sense of evil attached to it, so when someone else uses it I immediately think they're being evil.

My profile ... well, it MAY be true and it may NOT be true. :cool:
 
hollydolly said:
I absolutely agree AC with everything you say..particularly the last paragraph!!


However..hangs head in shame..I do add ''LOL"' to a lot of my sentences...probably way to much but I do it usually because I don't want whatever it is I've written to be taken too seriously...as it so often can be with the written word. ...and no I;m not Laughing out Loud''..but I am simply smiling while I'm writing it..wryly or otherwise..
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Golly Wolly, Dolly, don't stop laughing! Life is grim enough. We need more of that! :lol:
 
Lol is, according to Facebook is being replaced in use, by haha and some others for this reason. It is difficult to convey many things in writing that are reflected by the coloration of speech.
 

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