I think Hive, needs a thesis written on it and even then it probably couldn't sum up what it is.
No. But simple things like respect and common courtesy should come easy.
It's too bad it doesn't come naturally to everyone, but that's the world we live in.
I can see a couple here defending the disrespectful types, all while being disrespectful. Unable to grasp the actual issue at hand.
That's not surprising, unfortunately.
Legally speaking, anyone can go draw a picture of someone else. I still haven't looked into your situation though to see how it was delivered. That matters. My situation along with a few other incidents, laws back me up. But I don't want to get into that.
Yeah, a couple people have different ideas, as I figured they would; missing the point a little though.
I'm less inclined to be worried about copywrite or some legal aspect of it, for me it's the principle of it. I even say in my post about the fact it's, the internet and people can do as they please, which is why I responded to the freedom that person showed to do as he pleased, with freedom of my own to, do as I pleased...because it's the internet.
There's a comment from a couple (muted) people on this post, but I haven't read them, I'm just not interested. The thing happened, I reacted, wrote a post based on my own thoughts and feelings and that's that; they have their opinions and are entitled to them, but those people are nothing to me, so I don't need to read what they say because they don't matter.
I read carefully.
I guess, in a way, people coming along to be like that, helps your cause. Some proof of what it's like here sometimes. Plus the rest are able to disagree and not be disrespectful.
I know you've been through some shit and have a zero tolerance policy. And I know how it builds up. I'm not here to tell people how to be. I'm sure there are a few things you'll learn from this as well. Every little thing contributes to self improvement. I think it's impossible to handle things perfectly, all the time, especially when there's an audience.
Working in public sucks lol. I work behind a pseudonym because I don't want fame. Simple.
One of the reasons why I don't run a community is I simply don't have the time or patience to deal with people problems.
In the example I provided, I spoke to the guy and the words were enough. Problem peacefully solved. You wouldn't pay a promoter to make you look bad. Very simple and I'm sure most would agree, plus laws back it up.
Compared to some of the other examples I could have provided, the situation I outlined was nothing.
Yes, I think people who come along and act in certain ways, denigrate, whinge and complain, tear down not build up, such as WTPro and at least one of those characters that left a comment on this post, generally underline the point others make. Well said.
I am one of the most imperfect people a person could ever be, there is no doubt, and, considering what I have done in my life, how I have reinvented myself, pushed and worked hard, to find continual improvement, it makes sense that I learn from almost every aspect of life, including this one. Maybe next time I'll just downvote it and mute it. Maybe next time I'll write a long comment explaining the way the image and the way it was done emotionally triggered me in negative ways that affected my mental health, maybe I'll ignore it...I'll decide at the time I guess. What I know, is that I've done some very bad things in my life (I don't mean on Hive) and have learned from them all...and that I've been a human paragon at other times...sometimes consecutively with the bad things; I'm just human, with feelings, emotions, thoughts, attitudes, faults, failings and fallibilities...just like every one else, and I am free to be human, just like everyone else is.
I don't even use my real name in business or in most real life situations; I'm serious. A girl and my brothers use it and almost no one else. So, I get it.
Yep, I don't think people realise what it's like. I started mine for my own benefit, a place to put my stuff in, I even said as much on the introduction posts. I even have one called galenkp's stuff for things that may not fit elsewhere. Lol, I'm serious.
The others though, they're like my house...they have rules that I enforce because...well, you know why...they're mine! If someone came to my residence and I said, I have a no smoking policy, but they lit up a cigarette anyway, there would be a repercussion. It's the same in my communities. Sure, they can post there no matter what I do and as they please, but then so can I and mutes and DV's will fall like Thor's mighty hammer. Our good friend amirl learned that, when all he had to do was remove the non-English text and hit the edit button.
This Hive thing has been a ride for sure, and I've been consistent throughout. I have engaged from day one, with validity and relevance, have posted as well as my limited ability allows, sought improvement and spent a lot of my time, effort and "funds" supporting others which I still do today as a glance at my post feed will demonstrate. I don't think I could do more. I've enjoyed it, almost stopped three or four times, not those times when it gets tough though, those moments only make me find more fucken resolve, which is the opposite of what people trying to tear me down expect, and am still here so...I don't know what that says about me. Stupid? Possibly. Lol.
I have done this and it feels good. I even follow people and support them today who I've had those words with. They accepted them, we talked, scratched the surface a little more deeply and progressed. But there are others who that will never happen with. The same resolve that helps me progress and find consistency helps me be resolute and forthright. As I told our friend amirl, I am a man of my word, persist and there's no coming back from it. He didn't listen or adjust his hubristic manner and so as long as I am on Hive he will experience my resolve.
You and I have both been subjected to some disgusting behaviours and probably will again, I'm ok with it, as are you, it goes with the territory I guess.
It's impossible for me to be here daily for extended periods. Probably hold the record for most vacation days but technically I never leave. The house and all my belongings remain intact. And it's nice. Can trust the people here and know they're not going to burn it down.
Can trust myself.
Yet some are here daily, trying to burn it down. Going through an entire box of matches. Can hear the sound, but you don't see the flames. Can't seem to figure out lighters either. So it's not really worth calling the fire department over.
As for you and the issues. Sometimes I think you could use a break. Unwind a bit. Nothing personal though. It's something I recommend for everyone. Including those who display consistent animosity towards their environment.
And I'm far from perfect myself. Even my advice sucks. LOL!
I spoke to Boomy on WhatsApp a little while ago and we were talking about this very thing, a break. At the moment I tend to be ok but there's been times I have needed one and have ramped down my time here, another such time is coming, soon. I'll not disappear, just post less times in the week, say only three which will be my #weekend-engagement Friday and Monday and one other. Generally though, I like posting here and make it work...The comments (volume) can be problematic though. Lol.
You do ok mate, you're a keeper. 🙂
As long as you're doing good.
We're not all built the same.
When I leave for a time, I'm actually feeling good. It's just time to shift focus. Time to look at the world again a different way. Not abandoning anything or anyone. Just went out for a walk. Be back shortly maybe don't wait up.
I keep a close watch on how I'm feeling and all, it's important for me to do so and at times I need to find some space; having said that, I tend to operate best with some pressure applied.
What's important for all of us is to listen to ourselves, the feelings and all, and be honest enough to make some changes. I'd say I'm a week or two off taking a day or so off here and there, from Hive.
I hope you have a good weekend mate, and find some stuff to keep you occupied, even if that stuff is doing bugger all. 😏