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Do you think the OP was referring to Off Topic of originaltrilogy.com at all?
He may have meant something very general. I just wondered if you thought he was being specific.
And I give you my honest answer.
Do you think the OP was referring to Off Topic of originaltrilogy.com at all?
I cannot speak for Finnius but I’m sure if you asked him he’d probably tell you what it was he was referring to. I see it as a social commentary on the dangers of such learned behaviors and the ease with which they can be administered.
I already knew what I believe it to be teaching so I guess nothing.
Then I believe it would be best to share what you had reinforced in your mind, since most of us were just too stumped to get it.
I am not saying my interpretation is the correct one. I could be wrong. It is just my general observation based on my own experience and what I gleaned from the story.
My apologies if anyone mistook what I said as me knowing better than anyone else but I did say the above.
I believe the story to be a social commentary. Humans and Monkeys are 2 separate species. Yet, as I read the story it shows us, that some of our own actions, can make us look inseparable. Monkey see, Monkey do … or the conditioned mob mentality as pictured in the story has no valid place in humans “evolved” sense of being, yet we exhibit this behavior just as brutally and easily as the monkey’s in the story do. The other side of the same coin is the humans who take over the experiment and do nothing to stop the monkeys. They apparently assume that this is the way things are and turn a blind eye to it.
This is what I saw in the story. No over analyzing, no wishful thinking, no going to google and finding words that make me sound smarter than the average bear. It was the only thing that came to mind when I saw the post.
Thanks for taking the time to share.
One last question… did you learn that this type of behavior is a bad thing -and/or- did you learn that it is actually what happens?
That’s 2 questions. 😉
In my opinion, neither behavior is healthy, and they should never be encouraged. We are not always as evolved as we seem to think we are. Learned behaviors such as this one are of no rational benefit. And yes, I was raised to see this behavior as negative, and not something to be a part of.
I already knew what I believe it to be teaching so I guess nothing.
Then I believe it would be best to share what you had reinforced in your mind, since most of us were just too stumped to get it.
In other words, I’d love to hear your interpretation.
You’re too impatient. 😉
I already knew what I believe it to be teaching so I guess nothing.
Then I believe it would be best to share what you had reinforced in your mind, since most of us were just too stumped to get it.
I am not saying my interpretation is the correct one. I could be wrong. It is just my general observation based on my own experience and what I gleaned from the story.
My apologies if anyone mistook what I said as me knowing better than anyone else but I did say the above.
I believe the story to be a social commentary. Humans and Monkeys are 2 separate species. Yet, as I read the story it shows us, that some of our own actions, can make us look inseparable. Monkey see, Monkey do … or the conditioned mob mentality as pictured in the story has no valid place in humans “evolved” sense of being, yet we exhibit this behavior just as brutally and easily as the monkey’s in the story do. The other side of the same coin is the humans who take over the experiment and do nothing to stop the monkeys. They apparently assume that this is the way things are and turn a blind eye to it.
This is what I saw in the story. No over analyzing, no wishful thinking, no going to google and finding words that make me sound smarter than the average bear. It was the only thing that came to mind when I saw the post. I’m sure if I’m wrong someone will tell me so. There may be no right answer, it may be an individual experience, but it’s a simple read IMO.
Okay, that is frickin hilarious, LOL.
Oh me knock it off? That’s real rich coming directly after you’re ever so helpful preschool definition of an analogy that you gave only to be snarky to someone who most certainly knows what a fucking analogy is, and don’t even pretend like you didn’t. Good grief almighty, you’ve been back one day and already you’re pulling the same shit that made everybody glad when you got banned the first time. I hate to say it because of the kind words you’ve said to me, but this place was legitimately better off without you and I hope you get banned again. Not because I think you’re mean or a bad person, but because you’re holier than thou attitude and constant accusations of being unfairly treated and playing the victim fucking suck man. This place was so much more enjoyable without it. I feel like a shitty person for saying this, but God damm dude this one single day you’ve been back as a sharp contrast to how it’s been for the past month really highlight how much better this place is without you.
I know how it’s been. I’ve perused while I was away. I don’t know what is happening with you outside of here but it is apparent that something is wrong. I served the time that was given to me and I have done nothing wrong here today. I am also not responsible for people’s knee jerk reactions including yours.
I am sorry you feel the way you do but the fact is that I don’t feel any different about you as a person. You’ve been through a lot. It is not a reason to take it out on others. If you feel I’ve broken a rule that demands my banning then take it up with the mods or admin. Hashing it out on the forums doesn’t do any one any good.
Has being condescending usually improved your interaction with others in the past?
I just got back today so please knock it off man. I’m in a catch 22 with some whether you want to admit it or not.
I have learned to see it this way … while in the company of sharks, it’s better to give them something to munch on that you can afford to lose, so you may keep what’s important to you intact while you quietly swim the other way.
It’s not perfect but it helps me survive.
JEDIT: I edited out the comment.
Welcome back Fo.
No need for the sarcasm Dominic. You made a statement about what I said and I’m challenging you to defend it. Simple as that and no disrespect meant or implied.
I just remembered why I don’t like engaging with you is all.
A suggestion for you then … knock at my door instead of kicking it in at first site of me. That would go a long way to creating better dialog between us. Fair enough?
That isn’t what happened.
Well I guess off-topic is back to normal…?
Nice …
^ i am not sure that is how learning works …
Reading is only one of many ways to learn.
Yeah, that’s him, stinky booger. Looks like he pawned off my tin-foil hat though. Now he owes my twice as big, LOL.
You were on the right track with your post about sasquatch stealing your breakfast, let’s not sully that.
@jetrell since alderaan posted while I was typing.
Yeah, ray_afraid already took care of that with his “tinfoil hat and high horse” comment in the Random Thoughts Thread, LOL.
You mean that obvious joke that wasn’t meant to cause offence? Yeah what a dick
LOL, it was funny, but it soiled the funny of my comment damnit. 😉
Welcome back Fo.
No need for the sarcasm Dominic. You made a statement about what I said and I’m challenging you to defend it. Simple as that and no disrespect meant or implied.
I just remembered why I don’t like engaging with you is all.
A suggestion for you then … knock at my door instead of kicking it in at first site of me. That would go a long way to creating better dialog between us. Fair enough?
You were on the right track with your post about sasquatch stealing your breakfast, let’s not sully that.
@jetrell since alderaan posted while I was typing.
Yeah, ray_afraid already took care of that with his “tinfoil hat and high horse” comment in the Random Thoughts Thread, LOL.
Man I’ve really missed this. eyeroll
Jetrell I’m sure you’re a nice guy and I appreciate the kind words you’ve thrown my way in the past but goodness me you need to relax sometimes. By golly.
Look, I was just saying, in my own words. I did not ask nor did I criticize anyone. I also do not control how others respond. I’m not mad and I’m not looking for a fight. If I cannot defend what I post when people take it out of context to purposely make a statement against me than what can I do?
I missed you too Possessed, glad to know you’re doing okay.
😃
Welcome back Fo.
No need for the sarcasm Dominic. You made a statement about what I said and I’m challenging you to defend it. Simple as that and no disrespect meant or implied.
The funny thing is he criticizes everyone for not showing compassion to Darth Solo when he was being the exact opposite of compassionate.
You are mistaken. I have not criticized anyone for not showing him compassion. You twist my words and it is not appreciated.
Do you KNOW Darth Solo personally? Do you have insight in to his behavior that none of us have? Please share if you do because it would go a long way to help me understand your reason for taking what I’ve said out of context.
This section of the forum is known to be very inconsistent when it comes treating people equally with regards to compassion. I am choosing the better part of valor because I feel it is the best of the choices available. I am not asking for anyone else to make the same choice.
Yeah, I don’t think “ni**** I skin your a**” (or whatever he said) really warrants compassion. As for the unequal treatment, can you please stop with that theory? No one is treated unequally here, especially not in regards to compassion. Look how helpful everyone (except of course Darth Solo) has tried to be in the Emotional Support thread.
If you read through random threads here you’ll see that there are some in the Emotional Support Thread that post different sentiments in other threads. Obviously none of us are perfect but it does happen. You have your opinion and I have mine. I am okay with agreeing to disagree.
I already knew what I believe it to be teaching so I guess nothing.
Yeah, one’s skin crawling can be a really wild experience, unless you’re a Simpson on a Halloween episode.
😉
^Unless you’re the Tin Man of course, LOL.
This section of the forum is known to be very inconsistent when it comes treating people equally with regards to compassion. I am choosing the better part of valor because I feel it is the best of the choices available. I am not asking for anyone else to make the same choice.
He stated he didn’t like you? How could you tell? Is there a code?
No, there is no code, I guess I just got that impression from time to time. Either way, I prefer to afford him some compassion over jumping on the “smash Darth Solo” train. I am responsible only for my behavior here so I want him to know he does have support even if he doesn’t want or feel he needs any. Sometimes just knowing it is available is enough for people.
Darth Solo,
I totally understand the emotional roller coaster ride you feel you’re on. I hope your time away gives you some relief and an opportunity to come back refreshed. Take care of yourself til then.
Cheers!!!
How? Not trying to be a dick if he is in fact going through something, but how can you even tell when every post he makes is complete gibberish? I don’t see how I could understand his pain when I never even know what he’s saying. His last few posts just seemed the same as what he always said except with some nonsense with calling somebody the n word then skinning their ass alive or whatever he was trying to say which seemed to come out of nowhere, because again, all his posts were gibberish.
It is my belief that his train of thought may be the end result of experiences he may be having. Just because he’s stated he doesn’t like me doesn’t mean I should not consider other avenues of thought. He deserves no less consideration than anyone else here on this forum when it comes to something he might be going through due to outside influences or internal ones. I’m not telling anyone else to consider it this way.
I am choosing to approach it this way.
