So We Have A Difference Of Opinion.... Should I Spoil Your Fun And Mood?

@thesids (22180)
Bhubaneswar, India
May 26, 2011 2:46am CST
Hi Lotters Some lotters think that MyLot is a place where they can go around anywhere, put whatever they feel like and as long as it is not a Violation of MyLot Rules and Guidelines, they would be appreciated. I think for anyone here on MyLot, there are only two sets of Lotters - a set who is Known (maybe Friends, Acquaintainces) and another set is the set of Unknowns (Strangers). I appreciate the Difference of Opinions most of the times, but there are times when they just spoil my fun. Yes, spoilers - I call them that - and here is why - Maybe, I was wrong, but before handing me out a dose of Advice, Lecture or whatever you call that, dont you think you should know what led me to post such a response? Please note you are a stranger to me, and if you can give me advice, I too can give you some... I have more than you can imagine to give... But I dont. Not that I dont want any disagreement or negs or anything but just because I think, I should not as I do not want to spoil your fun. So I would request the Strangers to do their Homework before putting off turn-Off comments onto the boxes of others. Have a Great Day. Sids.
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@ddaguno (3107)
• Philippines
26 May 11
I sometimes appreciate having opinionated people around me but I have learned that they are the ones that are hardest to deal with. Because sometimes they do not know when it is time to stop talking ... or typing Don't mind them my friend. Just tell us when someone spoils your fun so we can try to cheer you up again.
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
26 May 11
Hi ddaguno Because sometimes they do not know when it is time to stop talking That is the point - If they could know when to pull up the curtains, things would always be fine and pleasant. And sure, I will remember that great suggestion from you - Just tell us when someone spoils your fun so we can try to cheer you up again
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@GardenGerty (160488)
• United States
28 May 11
I think this is perfect. It is the people who do not know when to leave a topic alone, or do not know when they have made their point. It may lose something in translation, but it could also be that they just admire their own reasoning.
@Jessi_T (379)
• United States
26 May 11
Hi Sids, I see fun spoilers AKA arguers AKA I'm right and I don't want your opinion and I always want to be right and you are wrong but I'm starting this discussion anyway. Okay that's out of my system. Yes they are here and they do tell us our opinion is wrong. In fact today sorry I guess it would be yesterday it's 4:00 am but I have been setting at the computer all night can't sleep. Anyway I responded to two discussions by the same user and since I didn't agree with them, they tried to explain to me why they were right, and I was wrong. =) Okay then why bother asking in a discussion if you can't accept not everyone feels the way you do. Also Sids I am guilty of being there myself once and getting rather mad when no one agreed me with. I guess at times we all want to be right, however slipping up and feeling this way on a bad day is different then feeling this way every day as some people tend to do. I hope I am making sense because I am half asleep. That's just my take on it anyway. I think some people start discussions to argue and put others down when they don't agree with them. Try to have a great day as I am assuming it is later/earlier where ever you are. I have got to get the kids up for school in 3 hours so I will be trying to stay awake and then crashing for some much needed sleep while hubby takes care of babies. Jessi
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
26 May 11
Hi Jess I can understand your point dear. But I know you for sure and yes, with that knowledge, yes, you might have a point to blame yourself, but then, wasnt it with someone whom you knew? And hey dear, why are you awake for so late? The young baby keeping you awake?
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• India
26 May 11
I think I’m going to spoil your mood right now….BUT seriously, I see quite a few people who all agree to disagree but then just cant take a diverse opinion gracefully. Actually, most of us would not like to be proven wrong OR most of us would like to have our friends (or people whom we know), agree with us on most issues (irrespective of whether they actually agree or not). Whenever we come across people who’re not agreeing with us, we either try to convince them to our thoughts or we get angry if they don’t agree with us, even after a lot of justifications and arguments… if this is what you say as Spoiling your Fun, then its applicable to all of us…even to you! We all have the liberty of voicing our opinion and since this is a virtual site, we cant really ask immediately what’s bothering you particularly or what exactly happened…so sometimes misunderstandings do take place and leave a bitter taste in our mouth.
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• India
27 May 11
Hi Sid, Am so glad you took my response in the correct perspective…also, I agree completely with Saphrina (first responder), I think it requires a lot more strength to just ignore people who’re baiting you all the time, to keep your cool, keep a straight head and just move on. Believe me, I’m trying this for so long now, but haven’t been successful…so you and me are in the same boat on our bad days
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
26 May 11
hi Sudipta On a normal day I appreciate the discussions and people who dont agree because I take them positively and from the perspective of gaining knowledge... That is what the fun turns out many a times... but as all days are not the same way, things at times dont get metted with the same positivity and that starts the disharmony. This is what I feel. For spoiling my mood, yes, you could have won if I was low as I was on that day. Today, I am much better and in a healthier mindset. And I honestly appreciate your response here as I find that Honest and Applicable to me too...(though at times )- It takes a lot more to hurt me when we are in better health and mindframes... and I know, you are not out here to hurt me, just to show me the other side that I was running away from
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@allknowing (135313)
• India
26 May 11
I wish all those who do that visit this discussion as even I want a discussion to be pure in all respects. I have seen discussions going at a tangent and the one who has started the discussion stands gaping with the mount open having no place to butt in.
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
26 May 11
Hi allknowing We all are here for a small time that we take out of our busy schedules on a daily basis - to be with friends, and refresh ourselves. So it is always better and cordial to have a peaceful discussion or at least one with healthy stuff
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@yspmyl (3435)
• Malaysia
26 May 11
Hi Sids, Mylot is a paying site and I believe there are two type of people here, one of them are those who came here to learn new things, sharing their information, get solution from others members and their main objective is not the money. Another type of people here are those just want to earn money, they never bother what they write, whether it is true or correct information, they will just write what they have it in mind. That is why sometime you will not get the correct answer but just a piece of rubbish. Be Happy always!
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
28 May 11
Hi yspmyl Sorry for the dealyed response back. You are quite right, those who came here to learn and share are the ones that should be looked forward to and considered better than the ones who are around just for other reasons... who do not bother.
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@toniganzon (72281)
• Philippines
26 May 11
Hello Sid. We both have the same sentiments and you have just posted what I have been thinking for a long time, so thank you for doing this. One should fully understand what was posted first before jumping on to their keyboards and just put whatever they feel liking writing. I acknowledge the fact that we all have differences in opinions here and sometimes our differences in opinion affects how we see one or understand one's discussion. I suddenly remembered what one friend told me that I shouldn't be bothered by such as those people might not have the proper education. Well can't help it but they do spoil my day.
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
26 May 11
Hi toni To be honest, many a times I love the disagrements as they always give me a peek from another perspective. But a few days, when people just get me wrong and give me a kind piece of advice... I mean that feels ridiculus - You have an opinion and so do have I. But then, it is what discussions are about and I should be ignoring such responses.
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@SViswan (12051)
• India
28 May 11
Well, personally I don't expect everyone to have the same opinion as I do. I am open to suggestions and also to other opinions...in fact that is one of the main reasons for coming here...to see a different perspective to a situation. What really riles me up is when the other side of the coin or the different opinion is given in a rude manner...or by demeaning my viewpoint. As long as things are put across properly, I'm willing to give a hearing to all kinds of opinions but if you push me against the wall, I get very very angry...but since it is a virtual world, it is easier for me to walk away without reacting. When I am able to do the same in the real world, why not in the virtual world? The only place I cannot walk away without a reaction when I am angry and pushed is with my husband.
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
29 May 11
Hi SViswan Most of us here are at MyLot and we cut out to find time as we are mostly occuied and busy. And when anyone comes up with demeaning the viewpoints in unhealthy ways, it pains. I have seen a few others who get too much across for nothing - like once someone said dear on a discussion and the other was - c'mon, you never knew me and how dare you say dear to me! c'mon, wasnt that unasked for? Why spread so much of unhealthiness when a smile could have done wonders... I have my doubts that the two would ever share anything between them again.
@krajibg (11922)
• Guwahati, India
27 May 11
Hi chhotu, First thing we enter into a discussion either the issue or issues are not settled because there are difference in opinions or to observe mere formality. And surely we do not drop here for formality. The moment we are on mylot means you are to make sure that at times you agree/disagree, at times you put contradictory opinion for you think yours is correct, or at times you point out certain things the poster of the topic feels hurt. What would you do now? If you think there was misunderstanding better say sorry or else go steady. I agree with you here at the point that in most cases we are strangers and if you can put some advice and suggestion to my box, you have to allow me to do the same too. Or else please do not spoil the spirit of the dicussion.
@krajibg (11922)
• Guwahati, India
27 May 11
Thats very true. And if you can not accept positive criticism you better not involve in any discussion that has multiple angles for interpretation. Man how are you making your posts the highest rated most of the time? hmmmmmn
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
27 May 11
Hi rajibda Agree or Disagree - this is what happens when we discuss and one should be open to this when entering any discussion. The problem arises when we start to think from one perspective only and get stubborn not to budge even if we may be unaware. This makes things look unhealthy. Knowing you, I am sure, you are a person who is open hearted and would take things on the positive sides. All of us - if we can be this - will definitely spread happiness and make MyLot and ourselves better.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
28 May 11
My Great Friends They make things happen at MyLot
@jaiho2009 (39141)
• Philippines
26 May 11
dear sids, let me give this first,at least to make you feel better and pacify my dear brother and
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@jaiho2009 (39141)
• Philippines
26 May 11
dear sids, Yes,they turns me on,they spoiled my day. I got one response preaching me ,and i was not able to hold my temper so i just responded that mylotter - my topic is not under religion okay,and we are not in any position to debate- Another one is- taking my topic in serious manner when it's a funny one -hmp! what's going on anyway?... okay...i am fine dear brother (hahahaa) hope you are fine too
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@jaiho2009 (39141)
• Philippines
27 May 11
dear sids, Don't take things seriously dear...just recently,one mylotters again took my topic too serious and it's getting to my nerves...but ti still try to be civil. i hope you are fine my dear brother.
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
26 May 11
Hi Jai Di I too felt that I was rude after responding to a couple of such over the past few days and that made me think and now I am more conscious. Still a lot to learn here a it is always an evolving community
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@saphrina (31551)
• South Africa
26 May 11
Are the children misbehaving again sweetie? Whipping should fix it. Ignore those who spoil your day.
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@saphrina (31551)
• South Africa
26 May 11
Today, i'll be using the fist, NOT the whips.
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
26 May 11
Hi Saphrina Yup, Loved the suggestion That is the best that I propose for all who encounter such situations. Fists? Less painful for sure
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@saphrina (31551)
• South Africa
26 May 11
Not less painful, sweetie.
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@inu1711 (5285)
• Romania
26 May 11
Hello Thesids, I think I know what you are talking about. (or maybe I am wrong ) The other day, I was surprised to see such a comment on one of my responses. The commend ended with "hope that is now clear for you!", even though I haven't asked anybody for any clarification. (well at least not in that discussion) But I didn't bother. I can't get mad on that user because I think he wanted to help in his own way. I tried a polite response but before that I had thought a lot if it wasn't a better idea to ignore that post. Maybe you should do the same: to ignore what you call 'spoilers' and enjoy your time with your friends and acquaintances.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
27 May 11
Hi inu Being open to things is great but I was unable to keep up to that duuring the past few days... maybe yes, for the time being I should stay confined to friends and acquaintances - as moving outside makes me feel sad and project me as something that I am not
@adnileb (5276)
• Philippines
29 May 11
Hi sids.. I agree!!!! There are LOTS of spoilers out here and feel very easy on commenting rude words. Sometimes, I got irritated by these people as if they really knew me. I have had a comment once that sounds very stranger and I would really like to argue with them but I backed off. I don't want to spoil my discussion by getting mad at them. So, SOMETIMES, I just leave the box blank.
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
29 May 11
Hi adnileb I liked your patience on this one - when you just moved out of that situation and avoided something that could have been hurting to maybe both... Good to know that and yes, I do try to get things the same ways... but I faltered quite late in recent times maybe a human tendency or anything else...
@adnileb (5276)
• Philippines
29 May 11
Maybe, when the temperature rises, I will do likewise. I just get mad reading them then, close the tab. I will get to them someday. Everyday isn't their day.
@nishant5n (1067)
• India
27 May 11
Hello Sid, How are you doing buddy? I understand that you want to see myLot as "the ideal discussion site" on the internet, and I respect your view. At the same time, it is also true that there are all kind of people in this world - sensible and nonsense and even nuisance - we have to bear with them. What we can do is to keep our mood stable is -- just avoid them and their responses/comments. Since, this site pays for person's views, they feel that they are free to disclose their view whether relevant or irrelevant -- I understand your situation here.
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@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
27 May 11
Hi nishant Well, I am doing not that great since my horrible trip to Hyderabad but things are moving now towards getting better. At least I can hope that they do get better for me Well, somewhat yes, I wanted that way - an ideal discussion website - but I also know that Ideal is subjective and never can happen - so I would have to stick with the way it is and of course, as you say - keep / avoid the spoilers and their responses or comments that way I will be safer and happier.
• Philippines
27 May 11
i can see you point here and yeah people can sometimes be too much in laying down their opinions and advice in here. What matters most is respect. That is something we should always prioritize in here. Then some understanding wont hurt, maybe before one reacts, he or she should ask if unsure whether someone needs advice or not. well thats all i have to say. i hope these ideas helped.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
28 May 11
Hi goldenPlanet Anything put across with a sweeter tone and a bit of politeness can convey a lot even to those who are not that interested and a mere strong word (read rude) definitely can even turn off someone who is even looking out for that 3rd opinion... We all can be polite and that would reflect us in better terms for sure.
@funnysis (2619)
• United States
28 May 11
Hi thesids,I think that you should ignore who or what ever is trying to mess up your good day.I think you have excellent responses as well as disscussions.I am glad to have met you on here.You take care and have a wonderful day.
@funnysis (2619)
• United States
30 May 11
That is so true they say it takes a bigger person to just turn the other cheek then to let it bother them.I hope that you have a great day.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
29 May 11
Hi funnysis Quite true dear. We should try ignore them - at least that way we both stay happy - they happy as they tried out in doing what they felt and we happy as we could avoid and move on
• United States
26 May 11
Oh Bhai. They are not going to. If they Were the type to think before they thought , they wouldn't be Spoilers! Many people, mostly Americans I fear, Will Just say something Totally wrong and be proud of it. many Just Know they are right and they will never change. Their minds are closed. But there are more people like you and me here! If I read a post where I am not sure the view of the author I will ask. If I disagree I will Still respect their stance. I can agree to disagree. I dismiss the spoilers anf focus on the Truly open minded people here.
• United States
27 May 11
We met just in time! Just a few years ago i was Very negative when it came to myself and positive with every one else. But now I'm hopeful for myself and others.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
27 May 11
Hi Behen That is quite something that I should remeber for sure - I can agree to disagree. and me too will try continuing to be with the people who are open minded and take things positively....
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@anil02 (24688)
• India
26 May 11
Hello Sid, why are you taking to so serious, don't waste your energy of these silly things.
@anil02 (24688)
• India
27 May 11
Hello, not only you, any one cannot appreciate these deeds. We are here for healthy debate on any topic, we should be welcome it, but never support any one who hurt us.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
27 May 11
Hi anil You are quite true. I should not take these issues seriously. But I did and that is because I care for this site and do not appreciate people doing this...
@thanks1961 (7035)
• India
26 May 11
Hi Sid, I become really clue less on the topic as I am not regular here and 'miss many a classes' here. The rare time of 10-15 mts. is not good enough to know better from you all and feel isolated. In myLot, is really matters the seniority and new bees as a dividing line? Some time the missing chapters here may more more handicap so that I trying to follow the discussions to know more what you really mean by it. Thank-s
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
27 May 11
Hi thanks Good that you are occupied more in the real world. There are no classes around dear just some odd and awkward instances that happened with me over the last month and as I am low and weak, I became more susiptibe to this... Now I have known the cure and remedy... so it is surely going to be a thing of the past and I will move on
• India
27 May 11
Hi dear Sid, This ups and downs are the real feel of the life. Hope you will enjoy each and every moment of this and hope you will always find approachable and nice will all around here. Have a nice weekend. Thank-s
@dream_ozn (1754)
• Singapore
27 May 11
There are definitely many spoiler over her in myLot and i have met my fair share of them. I on the other day, don't mind if they disagree with what i am saying. But it think it is basic courtesy at least not to be rude and sarcastic. myLot is a place where discussions are ongoing and we share thoughts and feelings. It is understandable that different people have different view point and we benefit from hearing from all angles. But people should not be rude and when they have other opinions, they should express it properly and in a nice way.
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
28 May 11
Hi dream_ozn Rude and Sarcastic responses will always breed disharmony and surely these people who make such responses lose out on winning and making friends - maybe they get good money or anything else... but I am quite certain, they will not make great friends.
@dream_ozn (1754)
• Singapore
28 May 11
They will definitely not make good friends and I don't even want to befriend such people. Or over her in myLot, we have discussion and therefore we discuss and it's fine that people have different opinions. However, i also get irritated with people who are not open to the ideas of others and think that they are right.
@amango83 (50)
• United States
27 May 11
Hi Sids, I'm new to mylot and as a matter of fact this is my first comment. I am glad that this discussion is where I am starting out because it helps me to understand the connections between mylotters and how I am expected to behave ;). Thanks for starting this discussion!
@thesids (22180)
• Bhubaneswar, India
27 May 11
Hi amango Welcome to the Family of MyLot dear. Though this is not quite a healthy discussion - I accept this fact - but yes, I am happy that it did help you in understanding the connections between mylotters. I am happy that you can use this as a preacution. The thing is that we are all here and need good and healthy discussions - being positive and a bit polite will defintely help in any sphere why only mylot.
• United States
27 May 11
Thanks Sid! And don't think this is an unhealthy discussion. Sometimes you just need to vent and that in itself is healthy.