How do you Rate people?

I'm glad that you haven't had the occassion to rate anyone negatively. I find most people on mylot are respectful of others opinions. I had a bit of a heated discussion with one member once. We both ended up apoligizing to each other because the topic was extremely emotional and personal for both of us. I didn't rate her negatively. I think I gave someone a negative once because they posted spam. Thats about it. Most of the time if I don't agree... I'll just not rate it.

I agree, I don't think we should judge people here or anywhere else. But, giving cudos is always a way to give recognition for good work. If someone is totally creating havoc, I guess enough negative ratings is a way to give him/her a hint.

I really agree with your philosophy on rating. Its good to hear that so many people avoid rating negative unless the post is very offending. This place is really a breathe of fresh air. I find most people very open to other ideas and respectful of them. Its what keeps mylot great and keeps us all coming back. Well that and the pa lol

There are a lot of repeated discussions here. lol But there are only so many things you can talk about. I to just skip those discussions. cheers

Thats how its supposed to work but a lot of people, including myself don't like to give a negative unless the person is breaking the rules or really absurd. Mylot is mostly positive and I try to keep it that way. There are also other people who don't bother to rate at all. I try and rate as many people as possible. I hope that it contributes to my participation earning and gets me karma.. Do unto others as you would have done unto yourself. Some people hold grudges and rate negative because they are petty. haha ... its kinda like the real world.

I'm very much the same. Sometimes I just like to go down the page and rate everyone just for fun. You don't have to wonder anymore lol cause I gave you a positive rating. Its strange that you don't have a star rating beside your name.Mine has been 9 for months.. .as I understand thats almost the highest rating you can have so I'm good.. I think the Karma thing is working out for me. hehe A question out of curiosity, are you straight edge?

How far does it have to stray from the discussion for you to rate it negatively? I try to stay without the subject... but sometimes I ask other questions in my posts.