I rarely disagree with you, Xorkoth (and I don't entirely)...
But, I'd like to say a thing or two in response.
I certainly understand that it's possible or even likely that this kind of behavior is facilitated by emotional/mental issues, but the fact remains that it's disruptive.
I just think it could be dealt with a little more delicately, that's all. Three or four users, now, in this thread, have referred to *someone* and how disruptive they are and how little they contribute... It seems really bitchy to me, and - ironically - I don't see how it's actually contributing anything to the forum or the thread.
The solution, I guess, is for moderators to be a little more heavy-handed?
And, if so, why do we need to make these comments about unwanted forum members?
It could've been worded differently, without (potentially) making anyone feel stupid or unwanted.
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You're a mod, Xorkoth.
So if it's frustrating for everyone or problematic or whatever - and you recognize that - then do something about it.
Not doing anything about it, and then saying it's frustrating later doesn't make any sense to me.
As far as I can see, it's really more the moderators fault than anyone else, especially if you accept the fact that certain behaviors are motivated by mental health issues and withdrawal symptoms.
First and foremost, this is a harm reduction forum.
The last thing we should do is make people feel uncomfortable.
Whether or not we're having valuable philosophical discussions is not the number one priority.
Sometimes people get carried away.
But, that's okay IMO. Just as it's okay for people to be upset and confused in rehab.
It should be expected in the philosophy sub-forum of a site devoted to harm reduction and drug abuse.
There are always other philosophy forums that aren't frequented by drug addicts...
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How would any of you feel if you were the person/s being singled out?
There's probably a bunch of members who suspect you're talking about them. (I know I did.)
And, like I said earlier, it doesn't seem right to me (no matter how much it is justified).
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I started a philosophical thread, by the way.
But I feel a bit insecure about it, after reading all these comments.
I didn't spend too long writing it and I'm not sure if it's going to live up to a respectable standard.
But, it's been on my mind and I've been meaning to create a thread about it for some time.
http://www.bluelight.org/vb/threads/764697-Charity-Selfishness-amp-Human-Nature
I'm going to stop posting in this thread now, because I've said all I want to say... and - frankly - I suspect that I'm not wanted here.