Family therapy in the USA

ambergull said:The fundamental source of all these misunderstandings is simply bad communication. ☕

One person makes a comment, another misinterprets it, and immediately there is a fiery, temperamental response.
If everyone would just take the time to read a bothersome post twice with a bit of nuance, perhaps these reactions wouldn't be so extreme. We should feel free to express our own opinions, yes, but shouldn't we also respect those of others? Wouldn't the world be incredibly dull if we all shared the exact same thoughts and perspectives?

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Basically, yeah.

Jeremy Johnson18 is throwing a tantrum because everyone ignores him sometimes. He doesn't get that we all have days where we feel—well, ignored. 🤣

I mean, there are literally days when I'm in a bad mood and I write complete garbage, whether I realize it or not, so the people who are actually being rational that day just steer clear. So what? Am I supposed to start new threads just to call them out? 🤣

Then again, at Jeremy Johnson18's age, I’d probably get my head handed to me. It's that stage of life where you lose it if someone doesn't reply the exact second you see they've read your message. 🤣

Jeremy Johnson18 said:Do you ever feel like some people are intentionally misreading every single thing posted?

Like today, you ask a simple question: "What drew you to the USA?"
And instead, they start attacking people who aren't even part of the conversation, bringing up stuff that has zero to do with the topic. All because the PDF file was titled Lonely Hearts. 🤣

1. Nowhere does it say the USA group is exclusively for singles. It literally says it's for Lonely Hearts. You can be lonely because you lost your cat!
2. After they wrote that they aren't lonely and are happy with their lives, you called them out for talking nonsense. Look, fine, but if you approach things from the premise that people are lying, you're going to hit resistance. No point acting surprised when things go downhill. Action and reaction.

You're alright, but sometimes you sound like a moody 14-year-old. Sorry, but you do. 🙂

brisksurfer19 said:That’s just being a jerk.

🙂 😘

That was a compliment! 🧐

Ashley Vaughn79 said:No, I don't have her either.

I'm reading through everything. 😁

That team as well. 😁

I guess I'll just stay quiet about how this whole thread looks to me and what's actually being said here.
My impression.

Nice, keep it coming... please. 🙂 😁

Why does it always seem like we Americans end up looking like savages on Reddit?
Is it just me, or is everyone feeling a bit embarrassed in front of the admins? 🤦 🙈

We aren't even that far off! The only people constantly flooding the boards with these political flame wars are the alternative guys. And let's be real, that's a crowd that would probably threaten to end it all over a forum debate about organic kale! 😂

Jeremy Johnson18, cut it out. I know you're right, but their lobby is just too powerful. They'll kick you off this forum just for speaking the truth about what those Jews did to Jesus on that tree! Just retreat into solitude. A wasp tried it, and you saw how that turned out. We’re going to take them down one by one, slowly. Rachel Richardson has been exposed. Next up is Flayen!🍿

maga de Umago said:Is this intended for me?
Think carefully before you respond.

No, Magić—why on earth would you think I’d find you interesting, or that I’d bother wasting my precious time on you? 🤔
You have over four different banks—it isn't your responsibility to struggle with focus.

The individual I’m referring to isn't on the beekeeper's list here—you're doing just fine without them.
I don't want him to blow it.
It’s usually quite straightforward.

Jeremy Johnson18 said:Actually, Rachel Richardson—I'm curious about this—so please send me a PM whenever you have a moment.
Let’s just leave that topic alone—it isn't worth our time.

That was my thinking as well—honestly.👍
Look—that’s just my experience—and yours might be entirely different.
I’m keeping my fingers crossed—let's hope it turns out that way.
I'll send you a PM.
If you're curious about anyone else—just ask.

Benjamin Taylor90 said:Basically, yeah.

Jeremy Johnson18 is throwing a tantrum because everyone ignores him sometimes. He doesn't get that we all have days where we feel—well, ignored. 🤣

I mean, there are literally days when I'm in a bad mood and I write complete garbage, whether I realize it or not, so the people who are actually being rational that day just steer clear. So what? Am I supposed to start new threads just to call them out? 🤣

Then again, at Jeremy Johnson18's age, I’d probably get my head handed to me. It's that stage of life where you lose it if someone doesn't reply the exact second you see they've read your message. 🤣

1. Nowhere does it say the USA group is exclusively for singles. It literally says it's for Lonely Hearts. You can be lonely because you lost your cat!
2. After they wrote that they aren't lonely and are happy with their lives, you called them out for talking nonsense. Look, fine, but if you approach things from the premise that people are lying, you're going to hit resistance. No point acting surprised when things go downhill. Action and reaction.

You're alright, but sometimes you sound like a moody 14-year-old. Sorry, but you do. 🙂

That was a compliment! 🧐

We aren't even that far off! The only people constantly flooding the boards with these political flame wars are the alternative guys. And let's be real, that's a crowd that would probably threaten to end it all over a forum debate about organic kale! 😂

Honestly—the beekeeper is probably the closest thing we have to an average American around here. 🤣
The kid is still clueless about certain things—and honestly, none of us want anyone to get screwed over.

Daniel Kelly57 said:Jeremy Johnson18, cut it out. I know you're right, but their lobby is just too powerful. They'll kick you off this forum just for speaking the truth about what those Jews did to Jesus on that tree! Just retreat into solitude. A wasp tried it, and you saw how that turned out. We’re going to take them down one by one, slowly. Rachel Richardson has been exposed. Next up is Flayen!🍿

Alright then, Joe—if you're such a Christ figure, you should have seen this coming. 😬

I remember being offline once and thinking to myself that almost every single one of Daniel Kelly57's posts is basically a masterpiece 😁
Daniel Kelly57 with his signature style at the top 😁

It’s such a shame he can't monetize a talent like that 🤣
Instead, he just drops these gems on the forum for free 🥳

Then the next day, Darla tells him:
you have the absolute worst posts of anyone on these forums

So he says something back

And she goes:
It's a disaster, you shouldn't have even written it

🤣

Anyway, you can be perfect, and someone will still find a reason to dislike you

For what it's worth, I think both Darla and Daniel Kelly57 are great
Each in their own way

Rebecca Reed3 said:I remember being offline once and thinking to myself that almost every single one of Daniel Kelly57's posts is basically a masterpiece 😁
Daniel Kelly57 with his signature style at the top 😁

It’s such a shame he can't monetize a talent like that 🤣
Instead, he just drops these gems on the forum for free 🥳

Then the next day, Darla tells him:
you have the absolute worst posts of anyone on these forums

So he says something back

And she goes:
It's a disaster, you shouldn't have even written it

🤣

Anyway, you can be perfect, and someone will still find a reason to dislike you

For what it's worth, I think both Darla and Daniel Kelly57 are great
Each in their own way

Nicely put 👍

Rebecca Reed3 said:I remember being offline once and thinking to myself that almost every single one of Daniel Kelly57's posts is basically a masterpiece 😁
Daniel Kelly57 with his signature style at the top 😁

It’s such a shame he can't monetize a talent like that 🤣
Instead, he just drops these gems on the forum for free 🥳

Then the next day, Darla tells him:
you have the absolute worst posts of anyone on these forums

So he says something back

And she goes:
It's a disaster, you shouldn't have even written it

🤣

Anyway, you can be perfect, and someone will still find a reason to dislike you

For what it's worth, I think both Darla and Daniel Kelly57 are great
Each in their own way

👍
To each their own, I suppose. 😬

Rachel Richardson said:To me, the funniest people are those you've never even spoken to, yet they feel it's their divine mission to lecture you. 🤣

Live, and let live 👍

We're good kids, though—we know how to blink when we're supposed to. 😁

Precisely! 👍

Benjamin Taylor90 said:Basically, yeah.

Jeremy Johnson18 is throwing a tantrum because everyone ignores him sometimes. He doesn't get that we all have days where we feel—well, ignored. 🤣

I mean, there are literally days when I'm in a bad mood and I write complete garbage, whether I realize it or not, so the people who are actually being rational that day just steer clear. So what? Am I supposed to start new threads just to call them out? 🤣

Then again, at Jeremy Johnson18's age, I’d probably get my head handed to me. It's that stage of life where you lose it if someone doesn't reply the exact second you see they've read your message. 🤣

1. Nowhere does it say the USA group is exclusively for singles. It literally says it's for Lonely Hearts. You can be lonely because you lost your cat!
2. After they wrote that they aren't lonely and are happy with their lives, you called them out for talking nonsense. Look, fine, but if you approach things from the premise that people are lying, you're going to hit resistance. No point acting surprised when things go downhill. Action and reaction.

You're alright, but sometimes you sound like a moody 14-year-old. Sorry, but you do. 🙂

That was a compliment! 🧐

We aren't even that far off! The only people constantly flooding the boards with these political flame wars are the alternative guys. And let's be real, that's a crowd that would probably threaten to end it all over a forum debate about organic kale! 😂

Exactly. We all have our bad days, and that is perfectly okay; there is no need for constant arguing and bickering. If someone is feeling angry, it’s better to take a break from the forum, go outside, get some fresh air, or go for a jog around the neighborhood until they calm down, and then come back.

Jeremy Johnson18 said:Do you ever feel like some people are intentionally misreading every single thing posted?

Like today, you ask a simple question: "What drew you to the USA?"
And instead, they start attacking people who aren't even part of the conversation, bringing up stuff that has zero to do with the topic. All because the PDF file was titled Lonely Hearts. 🤣

I suppose that could be happening too, but is it possible that people are simply perceiving your questions through a different lens than you intended?

Everyone possesses their own unique perception and interpretation...

ambergull said:Precisely! 👍

🙂

Jeremy Johnson18 said:I’ve noticed some users have been jumping down people's throats way too much lately.
Some guy will just pick a fight out of nowhere simply because he can't stand someone else.

I don't want us to ruin this awesome community and give Shadow a reason to shut us all down because of constant bickering.

Personally, I’d rather try to find some common ground with everyone instead of just dodging each other. I know there are good people here who deserve a fresh start.

If you need to vent your frustrations, shift your perspective, or actually make some new friends, you're more than welcome to join in. 🎉

My chat thread has gathered a bit of dust, but looks like it's still breathing. 🙂
Where is everyone? It feels empty without you guys.

EDIT: quick reminder—you promised this thread wouldn't get moderated, so let's stick to that.

I suspect people are using these technical glitches on the forum as a convenient excuse.
It’ll resurface sooner or later 😁

You think they’re actually coming back? Like things will just go back to how they used to be?

If the plan is to return as some fractured mess split into 12 different chat rooms, honestly, I don't find that much comfort in it. Neither will they. It’s an awkward spot for everyone involved, and they clearly don't want to face it. Idiots. 😬

Jeremy Johnson18 said:You think they’re actually coming back? Like things will just go back to how they used to be?

If the plan is to return as some fractured mess split into 12 different chat rooms, honestly, I don't find that much comfort in it. Neither will they. It’s an awkward spot for everyone involved, and they clearly don't want to face it. Idiots. 😬

Look, based on certain experiences with the exile over on the off forum, I know exactly how this plays out. 😬

I understand some people, and others... not so much.
I believe everyone will eventually find their way back, sooner or later.
We shall see. 😁