don't let the rude ones affect you

jellyfishjen

These forums have been and still are such a great help and inspiration to me. I do not mind the same question being asked we are all at different stages of our journey. There will always be new members to contribute their bit and often fresh and different views on a matter. In fact my computer skills were so limited when I started that I did not know that I could search topics. So I easily and readily forgive people bringing up topics that may have been before. Quite often I have read rude replies to a question that may have already been asked or if they don't agree with the advice given. I have also noticed that usualy these people have no profile picture and yet they have a lot to say.
I just want to say don't let this put you off. This is a great site and many of us are coming from a place many people have never been. We may be in need of weight loss due to illness, abuse, be older than most, young and ready to make a change, or here to learn more about a healthier life style not just weight loss. Many of us are often in a fragile state and these thoughtless remarks and bickering don't help.
Be strong, read the positive, ignore the negative, and although the advice may conflict remember we have all come from different places in our lives and can only offer from our experience. Find what feels right for you and suits you. Remember you can always change till you find what works for you.
Be Happy and Positive and Cherish each moment of every day.

runnermama81

Agreed.

Ely82010

Well said!!

BloomingLily

This is awesome! Very positive. :-)

ChristineMarie89

amazing that needed to be said

Hearts_2015

What a very important post this is! Thank you for again bringing up the positive side of MFP...it simply can't be brought up enough!

People's behavior can get ugly but the site itself remains a positive place, a welcome and inviting open place for anyone in need of it!

Appreciation for posting this, it's written very positively.:flowerforyou:

mammacado

Thanks...this literally just happened to me a few minutes ago. Great reminder!

Hearts_2015

I saw this quote and thought how perfect it was for this thread & anywhere else it's needed to make ppl stop and think:

"Negative people are often missing something in themselves–love, optimism, a warm spirit.
Do not let their negativity affect what you put out in the world. Usher positivity into as many lives as you can anyway."



:flowerforyou:

Hearts_2015

:flowerforyou:

grrrlface

Good post! I agree!