You have to be kidding.
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This is just an annoyed rant, for those of you that care to read through it.
I received a message from someone here on MFP with whom I have had no prior contact. And they told me to think about changing my profile picture. I wish I could appreciate such an effort, but I really do not. I was informed by this person that people cannot take me seriously, and that I should consider not doing this to myself. I am completely baffled!
I told this person that the picture is meant to remind people not to take things to seriously. How ironic, huh? Honestly this website is awesome, and I have been fortunate enough to encounter some pretty nice people that do not judge me over this. That being said, I really do not care if people can't take me seriously on a forum. You will most likely NEVER ever meet me. I am a very career and goal oriented young woman. I am educated, and I am dedicated to my family, education and health. My presence on this website says at least that much. Messages telling me that I am a "child" and that I am doing something terrible to myself are what I believe to be attempts to bully and harass. Although some may see this as a form of advice, or that they are trying to inform me of how to better improve my image online, it really is not. It just isn't. It's extremely condescending. If this person sends me a third message, I will consider it harassment.
I received a message from someone here on MFP with whom I have had no prior contact. And they told me to think about changing my profile picture. I wish I could appreciate such an effort, but I really do not. I was informed by this person that people cannot take me seriously, and that I should consider not doing this to myself. I am completely baffled!
I told this person that the picture is meant to remind people not to take things to seriously. How ironic, huh? Honestly this website is awesome, and I have been fortunate enough to encounter some pretty nice people that do not judge me over this. That being said, I really do not care if people can't take me seriously on a forum. You will most likely NEVER ever meet me. I am a very career and goal oriented young woman. I am educated, and I am dedicated to my family, education and health. My presence on this website says at least that much. Messages telling me that I am a "child" and that I am doing something terrible to myself are what I believe to be attempts to bully and harass. Although some may see this as a form of advice, or that they are trying to inform me of how to better improve my image online, it really is not. It just isn't. It's extremely condescending. If this person sends me a third message, I will consider it harassment.
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Are you kidding me?
Some people need to relax. Take a deep breath and enjoy life.
Don't let them bother you.
My profile pic is my car with a red nose and reindeer antlers on it... should I not be taken seriously because I dress my car up as Rudolph for the holidays? *shakes head*0 -
Just block them...if they have messaged you twice..its already two times too many.0
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Report and block!!0
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I like the picture. I think it makes you memorable.0
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Profile pics are a form of self expression. What kind of self important busy body tells someone what kind of profile pic to use? Sheesh!
I spent all October with a profile pic of me in a cat face.0 -
nah, keep it! it's awesome! and hey, add me if ya like!!0
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And...alas, they sent me a third message:
**Edited by Moderator to remove quoted PM from other user"
What a way to project! Obviously someone cares a bit too much about being taken seriously.0 -
Keep the picture. Block the idiot.0
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I like your profile pic!
Some people just have too much time on their hands.
I just saw your post about the 3rd message...BLOCK that person! Talk about a weirdo.0 -
I like the picture. I think it makes you memorable.
well said0 -
OMG crazy, I love the pic and I love to laugh.0
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Just block them...if they have messaged you twice..its already two times too many.
Yes agree totally, love your picture! Why do any of have us have to be taken "seriously" on a weight loss page anyway?0 -
oh wow! you have a stalker!! lol0
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I say... report them. Seriously. Block and report. They need to back off and find something else to do.0
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Wow. They sound seriously crazy.0
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Wow wtf! Block them and report them for sure. 1 message is 1 too many if you ask me... for someone who's not even a contact of yours? Ridiculous.0
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I knew posting this would make me feel better. You guys all ROCK MY SOCKS. *MAKES ANOTHER CROSS EYED FACE*0
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Wow, I'm sorry you had to deal with that. That person is probably very miserable. Who cares anyway. I think your pic is cute and funny!0
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oh wow! you have a stalker!! lol
Dude, everywhere I go!!! LOL0 -
And...alas, they sent me a third message:
What a way to project! Obviously someone cares a bit too much about being taken seriously.
Report and block! Hostile stalker.0
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