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Posted by ron1953 on June 29, 2012, at 18:33:19
The very lively discussion on "ObamaCare" brought to mind some things. First off, there has been much of what some might consider incivility, yet the discussion continued without interference from authorities, although some posters did voice some concern. Although some people involved (actively or passively) may have been disturbed by the content, I'm pretty sure it did no real or lasting harm.
Now, back to my title. I think an unmoderated board gives us additional opportunity to change our emotional set point - that is to see if we can be less upset about something today that would have been more upsetting yesterday. I prefer to continue this process and am pleased when I, via self-observation and practice, react less-strongly to something that might've unglued me in the past. I fear that those who want strong moderation may want to protect their emotional set point as opposed to considering a possible reset.
Posted by sleepygirl2 on June 29, 2012, at 21:36:52
In reply to Changing One's Emotional Set Point, posted by ron1953 on June 29, 2012, at 18:33:19
I wouldn't worry about people who would wish for greater civility. It's just a choice, and why shouldn't someone want to avoid uncivil interaction. There's an abundance of it in the world. It's unavoidable.
Posted by Phillipa on June 30, 2012, at 0:26:19
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point » ron1953, posted by sleepygirl2 on June 29, 2012, at 21:36:52
So wierd that you pose this question as in the past it would now it doesn't why is this? Thought it was me? Phillipa
Posted by ron1953 on June 30, 2012, at 10:50:41
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point, posted by Phillipa on June 30, 2012, at 0:26:19
> So wierd that you pose this question as in the past it would now it doesn't why is this? Thought it was me? Phillipa
Would you kindly restate your question in English?
Posted by Phillipa on June 30, 2012, at 20:00:31
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point, posted by ron1953 on June 30, 2012, at 10:50:41
Sure doesn't bother me? Should it? Phillipa
Posted by SLS on July 1, 2012, at 1:31:10
In reply to Changing One's Emotional Set Point, posted by ron1953 on June 29, 2012, at 18:33:19
> I fear that those who want strong moderation may want to protect their emotional set point as opposed to considering a possible reset.
I don't think you need to lose any sleep over this fear. I am sure that there are people who lack this proposed need of yours who still favor the moderation of this website. I am curious to know what is your conceptualization of "strong" moderation, though.
- Scott
Posted by ron1953 on July 2, 2012, at 14:55:26
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point » ron1953, posted by SLS on July 1, 2012, at 1:31:10
I don't recall proposing a need.
I was using the boards as an EXAMPLE of situations where one might learn a bit about how to moderate their own reactions, if one is so inclined.
BTW, I think semantics games are subterfuge.
Posted by SLS on July 2, 2012, at 21:00:58
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point, posted by ron1953 on July 2, 2012, at 14:55:26
> I don't recall proposing a need.
> > "I think an unmoderated board gives us additional opportunity to change our emotional set point"
What is an emotional set point, and what is the need to change it such that we should look for additional opportunities to reset it?
> I was using the boards as an EXAMPLE of situations where one might learn a bit about how to moderate their own reactions, if one is so inclined.
Where might I find more information about "emotional set points" and "emotional resets"? Thanks.
> BTW, I think semantics games are subterfuge.Which semantics, specifically?
Subterfuge for what? Please be specific. Let not your use of the word "subterfuge" be your subterfuge for avoiding specificity. Please tell me what I am hiding from you.
- Scott
Posted by ron1953 on July 3, 2012, at 9:01:09
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point » ron1953, posted by SLS on July 2, 2012, at 21:00:58
Scott, I don't have the time or patience for what I perceive as some sort of game on your part. I suspect you're unaware of how you use language and book-knowledge in what I see as obvious attempts to keep others at bay and off-balance. If perhaps you would only think about it.
As for "emotional set point", I wasn't citing some psycho-jargon that I read about; I chose the term myself and was simply musing about an area of self-learning that I think is valuable.
Posted by SLS on July 3, 2012, at 14:56:17
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point, posted by ron1953 on July 3, 2012, at 9:01:09
Dear Ron,
> Scott, I don't have the time or patience for what I perceive as some sort of game on your part.
It is no game. I am quite serious.
Patience? You should only know.
> I suspect you're unaware of how you use language and book-knowledge
I am acutely aware of how effectively I use language to convey my thoughts and feelings.
> in what I see as obvious attempts to keep others at bay and off-balance.
I submit, then, that you need to adjust the way you see others.
> If perhaps you would only think about it.
Okay. Thanks.
> As for "emotional set point", I wasn't citing some psycho-jargon that I read about; I chose the term myselfYes. I figured as much.
- Scott
Posted by ron1953 on July 3, 2012, at 15:09:30
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point » ron1953, posted by SLS on July 3, 2012, at 14:56:17
I'm going to propose something, Junior. Let's not even try to converse, as it's a waste of time, energy, bandwidth.........
Posted by ron1953 on July 3, 2012, at 15:18:02
In reply to Re: Changing One's Emotional Set Point, posted by ron1953 on July 3, 2012, at 15:09:30
it IS a game, but typical of passive-aggressives, you're not aware of it.
Posted by SLS on July 3, 2012, at 15:39:55
In reply to And...., posted by ron1953 on July 3, 2012, at 15:18:02
Junior? Passive-Aggressive? Unaware?
Man, you really ought to buy some Windex to clean the mirror you never bother to look in.
Sorry, Dr. Bob.
I guess SLS will elect to once again exercise patience.
- Scott
Posted by 64bowtie on July 4, 2012, at 7:32:45
In reply to Re: And.... » ron1953, posted by SLS on July 3, 2012, at 15:39:55
...but not necessarily comforting to see it...
Take care of "self", first...
I know you know this stuff, I'm just
attempting open-handed outreach...Rod
Posted by SLS on July 4, 2012, at 8:33:11
In reply to » SLS » Good to see most all are the same, posted by 64bowtie on July 4, 2012, at 7:32:45
> ...but not necessarily comforting to see it...
> Take care of "self", first...
> I know you know this stuff, I'm just
> attempting open-handed outreach...
>
> Rod
Thanks, Chevy truck guy.:-)
- Scott
Posted by 64bowtie on July 14, 2012, at 17:01:38
In reply to Re: » 64bowtie, posted by SLS on July 4, 2012, at 8:33:11
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