ok guess im invisible on here like in life

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  • sandiki
    sandiki Posts: 454
    happened to me too. Add me I will be ur support
  • Setof2Keys
    Setof2Keys Posts: 681 Member
    Sometimes it's just a matter of timing, and a thread can get pushed down and lost quickly by other new threads.
    If you're looking for new friends, one strategy might simply be to read the other new introductions and send them friend requests. Another good way, which is new to MFP, would be to go to the "Groups" tab (above) and do a search in the groups section for your location or interests. You can find people with similar interests, goals, etc. that might be even better suited as a support system for you there.

    THIS!!! Way to be passive aggressive!! It happens to the best of us, chill out and try again. If you're going to quit that easily then there may be more to it for you than a site that ASSISTS you. Good luck in your journey, I hope you find more attention when you need it...
  • Johnnyswife
    Johnnyswife Posts: 1,447 Member
    Welcome to the thread killers club! :laugh:
  • djsysstem
    djsysstem Posts: 115 Member
    I had the same thing to begin with. You will find a lot of supportive people here, you just have to reach out first I believe!
  • fitzie63
    fitzie63 Posts: 508 Member
    If you would like to add friends, you are very welcome to add me if you want to. Sometimes, people read posts they like and ask to add that person as a friend. You may want to consider that. Merry Christmas. :)
  • fitzie63
    fitzie63 Posts: 508 Member
    If you would like to add friends, you are very welcome to add me if you want to. Sometimes, people read posts they like and ask to add that person as a friend. You may want to consider that. Merry Christmas. :)
  • Setof2Keys
    Setof2Keys Posts: 681 Member
    Don't feel bad. And don't listen to the haters. If ya'll don't like "victim talk" then just don't post a response, if you don't have something nice to say don't say it at all. Encouragement is all we need and she may have insecurities and issues (we all do at various points) but bashing them for those insecurities really isn't our place.

    True, but they seem a lot deeper than attention from MFPers!! We are also here to be called out when we are not on track. I am usually the last one to post anything negative on here, we all need encouragement, but not victimization. That is how most of us ended up here in the first place...Sorry that some of us don't want to re-visit that. Either you're here to pull yourself up by the boot straps or your just going to make excuses...your choice. I hope you find the support you need and can make some changes, but they start within first...
  • therenegadeangel
    therenegadeangel Posts: 36 Member
    Lol, what a drama llama...
  • MisterDubs303
    MisterDubs303 Posts: 1,216 Member
    Don't feel bad. And don't listen to the haters. If ya'll don't like "victim talk" then just don't post a response, if you don't have something nice to say don't say it at all. Encouragement is all we need and she may have insecurities and issues (we all do at various points) but bashing them for those insecurities really isn't our place.
    That "victim talk" comment is probably the most honest and necessary thing she's heard all day. It wasn't intended to be mean, nor was it malicious. If it was intended to "bash", I wouldn't have gone to the trouble of offering two other suggestions (and to this point the most advice in a single response) as to how to identify and request support within MFP. I'm sorry, but enabling that kind of behavior would violate a few personal and professional codes of conduct for me.
  • mrsanderson404
    mrsanderson404 Posts: 120
    umm..Mission accompolished
  • TDGee
    TDGee Posts: 2,209 Member
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  • AZTrailRunner
    AZTrailRunner Posts: 1,199 Member
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    LMFAO!!!! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
  • Shock_Wave
    Shock_Wave Posts: 1,573 Member
    I am invisible too but only when I close my eyes. You cant see me because I cant see you. :)
    If I post something I want people to see I just open my eye and TYPE IN CAPS, THIS USUALLY DOES THE TRICK!!
  • Elizabeth_C34
    Elizabeth_C34 Posts: 6,376 Member
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    Seriously, don't be so dramatic. Chill out and be friendly and folks will be friendly back.
  • tanniew78
    tanniew78 Posts: 602 Member
    I feel the same way much of the time so I can empathize. I have a Thread Killahs group going on right now and that helps some. Its a running joke that Im Queen Killah cuz I dont even get responses so I kill my own threads as well as others. :laugh:
  • alltalk199
    alltalk199 Posts: 275
    Oh plse, don't take it personally, your on the right site, so that's a bonus in it's self, moving forward, you got great support, right here!!
  • lucysposaro
    lucysposaro Posts: 132 Member
    sometimes its not always best to post here i just found that out by alot of people on here who have been nothing but rude to me when i was only looking for help and yes im a newbie here to. Goodluck and hopefully you get all nice answers
  • Elzecat
    Elzecat Posts: 2,916 Member
    There are 1000s (?) of people using MFP and 100s of posts daily...unless you sit on the computer 24/7, it's very easy to miss many posts...Having posts (even introductions) ignored has probably happened to everyone on MFP at some point. You did not receive a response in 40 minutes...now you have 2 pages full of comments and suggestions how to go about "making friends" on the site. Patience, Grasshopper :smile:

    PS You might want to work on some positive self talk...if you are feeling "ignored" in life, do something about it. Being positive will probably help you with your weight loss journey, too. I obviously don't know you at all, but my initial response when reading your comment here was...wow, I wouldn't want such a negative person as a MyFitnessPal. I've struggled enough with negativity in my own life that I work very hard now to be positive and surround myself with positive people. I hope you're able to use the suggestions that others have provided and surround yourself with supportive and positive people as well. Good luck!
  • tanniew78
    tanniew78 Posts: 602 Member
    sometimes its not always best to post here i just found that out by alot of people on here who have been nothing but rude to me when i was only looking for help and yes im a newbie here to. Goodluck and hopefully you get all nice answers

    Well it does take all kinds to make the world go round I guess. Ive been shocked to at the level of rudeness this site allows to go on. Some people can really put the emphasis on BRUTAL truth..... :noway: :laugh:
  • capriciousmoon
    capriciousmoon Posts: 1,263 Member
    The answer to your problem is cats.
  • tgh1914
    tgh1914 Posts: 1,036 Member
    Why does this sound so familiar?
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  • tanniew78
    tanniew78 Posts: 602 Member
    There are 1000s (?) of people using MFP and 100s of posts daily...unless you sit on the computer 24/7, it's very easy to miss many posts...Having posts (even introductions) ignored has probably happened to everyone on MFP at some point. You did not receive a response in 40 minutes...now you have 2 pages full of comments and suggestions how to go about "making friends" on the site. Patience, Grasshopper :smile:

    PS You might want to work on some positive self talk...if you are feeling "ignored" in life, do something about it. Being positive will probably help you with your weight loss journey, too. I obviously don't know you at all, but my initial response when reading your comment here was...wow, I wouldn't want such a negative person as a MyFitnessPal. I've struggled enough with negativity in my own life that I work very hard now to be positive and surround myself with positive people. I hope you're able to use the suggestions that others have provided and surround yourself with supportive and positive people as well. Good luck!

    Very good. I think we all need a lesson in that. Obviously if we felt good about ourselves, we wouldnt be where we are at in life. Its hard because the bad stuff is easier to believe because thats what youve been shown and affirming to yourself for years. "Oh I gained weight Im SUCH A COW! I QUIT!" When really theres a much better approach "Ok, we are slipping here, lets figure out how to fix it and make it better.."
  • PrincessGlitterTush
    PrincessGlitterTush Posts: 388
    It happens to me all the time..

    I know I hardly ever go into the message boards section and just respond to posts that are mentioned on my home page..
    I only use the message boards if I'm looking for a particular topic that has already been discussed. Don't be discouraged.. EVERYONE on here is great..
  • tanniew78
    tanniew78 Posts: 602 Member
    The answer to your problem is cats.

    Cats talk back alot. Sometimes I think mine is worse than my kids! Im not sure about him yet... lol... :laugh:
  • Elizabeth_C34
    Elizabeth_C34 Posts: 6,376 Member
    The answer to your problem is cats.

    No. The answer is always 42.
  • capriciousmoon
    capriciousmoon Posts: 1,263 Member
    The answer to your problem is cats.

    No. The answer is always 42.

    Did you remember your towel?
  • Crystal817
    Crystal817 Posts: 2,021 Member
    Ive been shocked to at the level of rudeness this site allows to go on. Some people can really put the emphasis on BRUTAL truth..... :noway: :laugh:

    Welcome to the internet. :wink:
  • Elizabeth_C34
    Elizabeth_C34 Posts: 6,376 Member
    The answer to your problem is cats.

    No. The answer is always 42.

    Did you remember your towel?

    But of course!
  • budgetqueen79
    budgetqueen79 Posts: 310 Member
    Heyy! I'm in and out on here. Welcome you can add me we have a pretty good time on here but I tell you I'm a night owl.
  • Bonita_Lynne_58
    Bonita_Lynne_58 Posts: 2,794 Member
    Sorry you felt ignored. You are not invisible. Sometimes people are just busy. I can never even read, much less respond to every post. There are lots of people here. That means lots of personalities, egos, goals, etc. Try to find friends who will support and motivate you. I promise you they are out there.

    You've taken an important first step in joining MFP. It's really a wonderful site. Please don't give up. Reach out to those of us that you feel may be able to motivate you while you motivate and support them. Check profiles to see if you think that person may have similiar goals. (Some profiles are private) Send friends requests but please include a note to let the person know why you wish to be friends, how you found them or something. Most respond better if you do this. Don't take it to heart if someone declines your friends request. It may not be anything personal. Some have a set number of friends they feel they can interract with.

    Good luck on reaching your goals.
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