So today I decided to "post" my thoughts on Facebook about the State of the Union address this week - and the responses in the media. I was "proud" of my "point" - but what I was not prepared for the "discussion" that broke out in the comments under mine!
The first few replies were thoughtful and worthwhile - from a friend who I respect. But then an old acquaintance with an "ax to grind" decided to add some fuel to the fire - making some incendiary statements and then the first friend replied to the second friend and they were at each other's input ... and a fight broke out on my Facebook page!
I decided to take action ... so I removed the inflammatory comments and replies. I basically "deleted the fight!"
Wow ... I wish it was that easy to solve disagreements in real life!
(Especially after I say things I wish I hadn't said!)
"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.
The tongue of the wise commends knowledge, but the mouth of the fool gushes folly."
- Proverbs 15:1-2 (NIV)
(A delete key is helpful too!)
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This has happened to me before... facebook is an interesting place to state things that you truly believe in - because those hundreds of friends you have - may not agree, and they're going to let you know. And... get ready! What I've learned, "You either keep your mouth shut, or be strong enough to take it." I've decided - keep my mouth shut. :)
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