by TMS 63 Replies latest jw friends
Surely it is not your intention to now make fun of those with mental illness?
There is a big difference between "making fun of" people with personality disorders and simply not coddling or encouraging their psychosis; along with pointing out that they have an illness and that is why they often act as bullies or spoiled children.
I was addressing SixofNine. I understood his comment
"If I had a personality disorder or mental illness I'd need a lot of positive (?) reinforcement. (un)Fortunately for those who do have such illnesses, JWD is full of people ever willing to offer up such reinforcement" to suggest that this board is full of people with personality disorders and mental illnesses.
Forgive my comprehension issues. I'm old. Even older than Farkel.
Self esteem is not something intrinsic to humans without kind words and encouragement.
Uhhh....actually it is.
Are you perhaps confusing the healthy nurturing of a child through positive feedback, with the ability of a full-grown adult to function without constant reassurance?
If I needed positive reinforcement I wouldn't look for it here.
W
Full grown adults need reasurance too. Aren't you getting any?
Grandma: "Full grown adults need reasurance too. Aren't you getting any?"
Grandma. . It would clarify things if you would make it clear who you're addressing. Please just state their name in front of your question or comment.
tms
If I needed positive reinforcement I wouldn't look for it here.
W
That's a healthy approach finally-free.
tms
I think we all like positive reinforcement.
But it should be a product of what we do, not the reason for it.
y
That's a healthy approach finally-free.
Thank you. I thought I'd add an example. I've taken up 3D modelling and animation as a hobby. I initially posted my work only on my Facebook page. My family and friends paid me many compliments that made me feel warm and fuzzy inside, but didn't help to improve the quality of my work. I now post my work on forums for 3D graphic artists, many of whom do this professionally. The comments aren't always positive, but the critiques of professionals has taught me a lot and improved the quality of my work.
W
You do have a point, TMS. If something is worth posting then it shouldn't really matter what other people think about it- if it really is important to the poster.
