THESE FORUMS HAVE TAUGHT ME SOMETHING INTERESTING ABOUT THE MAJORITY OF THE PEOPLE ON THIS PLANET...

TEASERGURU · Jan 16, 2004

I have thought about this before, however, it really hit me today. Have any of you taken the time to look at the views next to any new topics? I have recently, and it really paints a pathetic picture of human beings and human nature. Think about the fact that whenever someone starts a topic with something nice to say or some valuable insight that might actually put money in someone's pockets, the views are 20% of what you see when someone here starts a false rumor or an outright lie about someone or another book.
I have to believe that this is a reflection of our overall society and how much we have been taught to hate. Think about it, whenever someone starts a thread that someone or some book is going under, all of the views come out like a bad case of herpes. I was raised to focus on the positive. I try to only read positive and informative threads, and avoid all of the negative stuff. It is pretty sad that I am such a minority here. I guess these forums are no different than the people who read the Inquirer only interested in the bad things that are happening to their fellow man. For me, I will remain content to be among the minority who actually finds some enjoyment in the sharing of useful information in the hopes of picking a few winners. For all others, may you continue to thrive on the posts of Truthteller, etc. etc. to get your rocks off.

TheGeneral+ · Jan 16, 2004

Good post TEASER GURU.

I have a slight problem understanding some of the personas as well & like to focus on the positive.

Good luck

wilheim · Jan 16, 2004

TG - Very good post. Unfortunately true, "The Inquirer Syndrome". The nature of the beast is to be more attracted to grief and misfortune, than to such mundane things like the value of a half point in college basketball.

wil.

lander · Jan 16, 2004

This explain's FOX's ratings

tomslic · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by TEASER GURU:
I have thought about this before, however, it really hit me today. Have any of you taken the time to look at the views next to any new topics? I have recently, and it really paints a pathetic picture of human beings and human nature. Think about the fact that whenever someone starts a topic with something nice to say or some valuable insight that might actually put money in someone's pockets, the views are 20% of what you see when someone here starts a false rumor or an outright lie about someone or another book.
I have to believe that this is a reflection of our overall society and how much we have been taught to hate. Think about it, whenever someone starts a thread that someone or some book is going under, all of the views come out like a bad case of herpes. I was raised to focus on the positive. I try to only read positive and informative threads, and avoid all of the negative stuff. It is pretty sad that I am such a minority here. I guess these forums are no different than the people who read the Inquirer only interested in the bad things that are happening to their fellow man. For me, I will remain content to be among the minority who actually finds some enjoyment in the sharing of useful information in the hopes of picking a few winners. For all others, may you continue to thrive on the posts of Truthteller, etc. etc. to get your rocks off.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

MAN! YOU ARE WAY OFF IN YOUR DILUTED LOGIC, HAVE YOU BEEN LIVING IN A HOLE IN IRAQ OR SOMTHING! THE "RX" IS LIKE LIFE, THEY LOOK AT THE POSITIVE AND THE NEGATIVE BECAUSE LIFE IS OBIOUSLY NOT ALWAYS POSITIVE AND THEY ARE HERE TO HELP THE UNFORTUNATE "NEGATIVE" , "HENCE" THE NAME "THE " PRESCRIPTION", THEY SOME TIMES HAVE TO HELP "WHAT "ALES" YOU"!

truthteller · Jan 16, 2004

Hey Teaser, good post but not fair to me

I have been giving a few winners too. Check my picks in the NFL forum. 4-0 so far in the post season.

But seriously, I give credit when it's due and when I hear soemthing negative about a book, I will post it.

hanover00 · Jan 16, 2004

Well, some people need to put every one else down in order to build themselves up.
If that makes you feel better about yourself, Teaser, then good for you. Seems as though you rpost falls right into what you describe.

TEASERGURU · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by tomslic:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by TEASER GURU:
I have thought about this before, however, it really hit me today. Have any of you taken the time to look at the views next to any new topics? I have recently, and it really paints a pathetic picture of human beings and human nature. Think about the fact that whenever someone starts a topic with something nice to say or some valuable insight that might actually put money in someone's pockets, the views are 20% of what you see when someone here starts a false rumor or an outright lie about someone or another book.
I have to believe that this is a reflection of our overall society and how much we have been taught to hate. Think about it, whenever someone starts a thread that someone or some book is going under, all of the views come out like a bad case of herpes. I was raised to focus on the positive. I try to only read positive and informative threads, and avoid all of the negative stuff. It is pretty sad that I am such a minority here. I guess these forums are no different than the people who read the Inquirer only interested in the bad things that are happening to their fellow man. For me, I will remain content to be among the minority who actually finds some enjoyment in the sharing of useful information in the hopes of picking a few winners. For all others, may you continue to thrive on the posts of Truthteller, etc. etc. to get your rocks off.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

MAN! YOU ARE WAY OFF IN YOUR DILUTED LOGIC, HAVE YOU BEEN LIVING IN A HOLE IN IRAQ OR SOMTHING! THE "RX" IS LIKE LIFE, THEY LOOK AT THE POSITIVE AND THE NEGATIVE BECAUSE LIFE IS OBIOUSLY NOT ALWAYS POSITIVE AND THEY ARE HERE TO HELP THE UNFORTUNATE "NEGATIVE" , "HENCE" THE NAME "THE " PRESCRIPTION", THEY SOME TIMES HAVE TO HELP "WHAT AILS YOU"!

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The word is deluded. When you criticize someone you should be sure to check your spelling as it makes you lose a lot of credibility.

lander · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR> The word is deluded. When you criticize someone you should be sure to check your spelling as it makes you lose a lot of credibility. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Why does checking your spelling make you lose a lot of credibility?

G.MONEY · Jan 16, 2004

GURU,

IT IS KIND OF LIKE THE PEOPLE WHO GO TO THE CAR RACES, WAITING FOR THE BIG CRASH, NOT TO SEE WHO WIN'S.........G.

TEASERGURU · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by truthteller:
Hey Teaser, good post but not fair to me

I have been giving a few winners too. Check my picks in the NFL forum. 4-0 so far in the post season.

But seriously, I give credit when it's due and when I hear soemthing negative about a book, I will post it.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
Point well taken, and i must agree that your posts have gotten a lot better. You seem a lot more balanced, and that is very nice to see. All I am looking for is more objectivity and balance here. By displaying that you become a real asset.

RxScorekeeper · Jan 16, 2004

So true...

TEASERGURU · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by lander:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR> The word is deluded. When you criticize someone you should be sure to check your spelling as it makes you lose a lot of credibility. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Why does checking your spelling make you lose a lot of credibility?

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Lander, I was being nice. I said he made a spelling error. He wasn't even close. Diluted is what happens to liquid. Deluded is what happens to me after too much partying. My point is that when you are attacking someone, i was always taught that you should at least be in the ballpark with your spelling or you may seem ignorant, which will not help your cause. Aren't we arguing over micenuts anyway. I agree that spelling means zero here. if you post a lot, you are bound to make a ton of spelling errors. However, if I am going to attack someone, that may be a time when i would like to check my grammar and spelling although mine basically suck.

Journeyman · Jan 16, 2004

I believe you meant "sucks" lol J/K

Soothsayer · Jan 16, 2004

TG is right. We should all try to focus on the good things in life over the negative.

Human nature is so complex. I find refuge from all the negativity in the world by going to church, and helping those less fortunate every now and then. They say children are like a WHITE CANVAS, and parents the ARTISTS. Our example is KEY in creating a better tomorrow for society.

Soothsayer

TEASERGURU · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by Journeyman:
I believe you meant "sucks" lol J/K<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

tomslic · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by TEASER GURU:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by tomslic:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by TEASER GURU:
I have thought about this before, however, it really hit me today. Have any of you taken the time to look at the views next to any new topics? I have recently, and it really paints a pathetic picture of human beings and human nature. Think about the fact that whenever
someone starts a topic with something nice to say or some valuable insight that might actually put money in someone's pockets, the views are 20% of what you see when someone here starts a false rumor or an outright lie about someone or another book.
I have to believe that this is a reflection of our overall society and how much we have been taught to hate. Think about it, whenever someone starts a thread that someone or some book is going under, all of the views come out like a bad case of herpes. I was raised to focus on the positive. I try to only read positive and informative threads, and avoid all of the negative stuff. It is pretty sad that I am such a minority here. I guess these forums are no different than the people who read the Inquirer only interested in the bad things that are happening to their fellow man. For me, I will remain content to be among the minority who actually finds some enjoyment in the sharing of useful information in the hopes of picking a few winners. For all others, may you continue to thrive on the posts of Truthteller, etc. etc. to get your rocks off.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

MAN! YOU ARE WAY OFF IN YOUR DILUTED LOGIC, HAVE YOU BEEN LIVING IN A HOLE IN IRAQ OR SOMTHING! THE "RX" IS LIKE LIFE, THEY LOOK AT THE POSITIVE AND THE NEGATIVE BECAUSE LIFE IS OBIOUSLY NOT ALWAYS POSITIVE AND THEY ARE HERE TO HELP THE UNFORTUNATE "NEGATIVE" , "HENCE" THE NAME "THE " PRESCRIPTION", THEY SOME TIMES HAVE TO HELP "WHAT AILS YOU"!

<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>
The word is deluded. When you criticize someone you should be sure to check your spelling as it makes you lose a lot of credibility.

<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

thanks for correcting my spelling who ever you are but I hope you agree that on this forum you can't just look at the positive and assume all the negative threads are "bogus"! You missed one , I also mispelled obviously too!!!

TheGeneral+ · Jan 16, 2004

We are only one day closer to the parlor Men. May as well enjoy the good things while we can. Like beef jerky and busch beer.

truthteller · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by The General:
We are only one day closer to the parlor Men. May as well enjoy the good things while we can. Like beef jerky and busch beer.<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

So true General. But I always think that when I reach about 70, they will find a cure for death.

tomslic · Jan 16, 2004

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR>Originally posted by lander:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote">quote:<HR> The word is deluded. When you criticize someone you should be sure to check your spelling as it makes you lose a lot of credibility. <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Why does checking your spelling make you lose a lot of credibility?

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WHO EVER IT IS, IS PROBABLY AN ENGISH MAJOR BUT APPARENTLY DIDN'T CARE THAT I MISPELLED THE WORD OBVIOUSLY TOO!