I remember when MFP was for....................
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lol am i the only one really really amused by the forums? i think its hilarious, especially when people start whipping out these false "scientific" claims they can't back up!! you just gotta take them with a grain of salt i guess
although i agree that the forums saying its fine to eat under 1200 cals and all that piss me off.
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Especially the under 1200 cals....drives me bat **** crazzzzzy!! I too find most of it funny and I won't apologize for it. I mean come on people free advice is worth what you pay! Quit whining and *****ing sooo much - life is too short!!0 -
Support and encouragement and information. Now I am loosing more and more motivation to log in and read the community boards since I have to wade thru thread after thread of people arguing, putting other people down for asking a question, venting about complete strangers that are not even on mfp and no one knows them but the OP, people are getting attacked for asking for help. I will probably get attacked for spelling mistakes and poor grammer. I dont even know what has happened to this place. What is wrong with everyone? I know we are hungry and grumpy and tired and stressed and some of us even have PMS and cravings and others need to take a shower ;-) . But cant we all just get along?
Do you want to know what really happened (or at least when it happened)?
I think you may be right. There is a reason that even though my 17 year old daughter needs to gain about 10 lbs that I have not signed her up for a membership here to assist her in gaining weight. It is an adult site. And now that you mention it a lot of the fun and games has gone away. oh well such is life
The moderation.
They put their lead foot down so hard on so much of the normal, fun behavior that many people USED to display...way back when things were mostly self policing (before groups). Back then, there was a small group of people that got offended by EVERYTHING, and reported EVERYTHING. The foot came down, and most of the normal adults on this forum felt like they'd just been told to go to bed early without supper for being...adults, on an adult site. It was a joke.
Now, I'll be honest, I can't say 100% for sure those two things are truly related...but I can tell you this, when that happened, is when everyone began to get snotty and pissy instead of correcting their own behavior and sticking up for each other. Now you have however many groups of like minded individuals who are incredibly defensive, both to the membership who regularly attack them and to the moderation for their gustapo like policing of the threads (which isn't even CONSISTENT!!), rather than ONE solid forum with one small group of whiners that consistently complained.
What's really funny, is that the majority of us that were here then...saw all of this coming.0 -
Support and encouragement and information. Now I am loosing more and more motivation to log in and read the community boards since I have to wade thru thread after thread of people arguing, putting other people down for asking a question, venting about complete strangers that are not even on mfp and no one knows them but the OP, people are getting attacked for asking for help. I will probably get attacked for spelling mistakes and poor grammer. I dont even know what has happened to this place. What is wrong with everyone? I know we are hungry and grumpy and tired and stressed and some of us even have PMS and cravings and others need to take a shower ;-) . But cant we all just get along?
Do you want to know what really happened (or at least when it happened)?
The moderation.
They put their lead foot down so hard on so much of the normal, fun behavior that many people USED to display...way back when things were mostly self policing (before groups). Back then, there was a small group of people that got offended by EVERYTHING, and reported EVERYTHING. The foot came down, and most of the normal adults on this forum felt like they'd just been told to go to bed early without supper for being...adults, on an adult site. It was a joke.
Now, I'll be honest, I can't say 100% for sure those two things are truly related...but I can tell you this, when that happened, is when everyone began to get snotty and pissy instead of correcting their own behavior and sticking up for each other. Now you have however many groups of like minded individuals who are incredibly defensive, both to the membership who regularly attack them and to the moderation for their gustapo like policing of the threads (which isn't even CONSISTENT!!), rather than ONE solid forum with one small group of whiners that consistently complained.
What's really funny, is that the majority of us that were here then...saw all of this coming.
I think you may be right. There is a reason that even though my 17 year old daughter needs to gain about 10 lbs that I have not signed her up for a membership here to assist her in gaining weight. It is an adult site. And now that you mention it a lot of the fun and games has gone away. oh well such is life
Let her use the phone app then...for the time being?0 -
Please do not send another minor here. Try sparkteens.com, please.I think you may be right. There is a reason that even though my 17 year old daughter needs to gain about 10 lbs that I have not signed her up for a membership here to assist her in gaining weight. It is an adult site. And now that you mention it a lot of the fun and games has gone away. oh well such is life0 -
Support and encouragement and information. Now I am loosing more and more motivation to log in and read the community boards since I have to wade thru thread after thread of people arguing, putting other people down for asking a question, venting about complete strangers that are not even on mfp and no one knows them but the OP, people are getting attacked for asking for help. I will probably get attacked for spelling mistakes and poor grammer. I dont even know what has happened to this place. What is wrong with everyone? I know we are hungry and grumpy and tired and stressed and some of us even have PMS and cravings and others need to take a shower ;-) . But cant we all just get along?
that is true! Good idea! When she gets a smart phone, maybe this summer.....
Do you want to know what really happened (or at least when it happened)?
The moderation.
They put their lead foot down so hard on so much of the normal, fun behavior that many people USED to display...way back when things were mostly self policing (before groups). Back then, there was a small group of people that got offended by EVERYTHING, and reported EVERYTHING. The foot came down, and most of the normal adults on this forum felt like they'd just been told to go to bed early without supper for being...adults, on an adult site. It was a joke.
Now, I'll be honest, I can't say 100% for sure those two things are truly related...but I can tell you this, when that happened, is when everyone began to get snotty and pissy instead of correcting their own behavior and sticking up for each other. Now you have however many groups of like minded individuals who are incredibly defensive, both to the membership who regularly attack them and to the moderation for their gustapo like policing of the threads (which isn't even CONSISTENT!!), rather than ONE solid forum with one small group of whiners that consistently complained.
What's really funny, is that the majority of us that were here then...saw all of this coming.
I think you may be right. There is a reason that even though my 17 year old daughter needs to gain about 10 lbs that I have not signed her up for a membership here to assist her in gaining weight. It is an adult site. And now that you mention it a lot of the fun and games has gone away. oh well such is life
Let her use the phone app then...for the time being?0 -
lol am i the only one really really amused by the forums? i think its hilarious, especially when people start whipping out these false "scientific" claims they can't back up!! you just gotta take them with a grain of salt i guess
although i agree that the forums saying its fine to eat under 1200 cals and all that piss me off.
I'm with you. Often after I've read a few messages here, my own life seems much more simple and positive, I'm thankful I don't have all the issues that beset some people!
It's also pretty interesting from a cultural point of view - I've travelled a lot and accept that people live very different lives and have different opinions, but so many people just don't get the fact that other people are in a different place - both literally and figuratively.
Honestly, I don't think the boards have changed that much in the nearly 16 months that I've been here - hot topics come and go (I'm getting pretty sick of BMR threads but at least it's a change from the endless 'should I eat my exercise cals" that made up every second post when I started - now they are about every 10th post!).
I also find the "some people are so negative" posts funny - mostly because the people who post them are usually being negative. Oh well, it makes it interesting!0 -
Support and encouragement and information. Now I am loosing more and more motivation to log in and read the community boards since I have to wade thru thread after thread of people arguing, putting other people down for asking a question, venting about complete strangers that are not even on mfp and no one knows them but the OP, people are getting attacked for asking for help. I will probably get attacked for spelling mistakes and poor grammer. I dont even know what has happened to this place. What is wrong with everyone? I know we are hungry and grumpy and tired and stressed and some of us even have PMS and cravings and others need to take a shower ;-) . But cant we all just get along?
Do you want to know what really happened (or at least when it happened)?
The moderation.
They put their lead foot down so hard on so much of the normal, fun behavior that many people USED to display...way back when things were mostly self policing (before groups). Back then, there was a small group of people that got offended by EVERYTHING, and reported EVERYTHING. The foot came down, and most of the normal adults on this forum felt like they'd just been told to go to bed early without supper for being...adults, on an adult site. It was a joke.
Now, I'll be honest, I can't say 100% for sure those two things are truly related...but I can tell you this, when that happened, is when everyone began to get snotty and pissy instead of correcting their own behavior and sticking up for each other. Now you have however many groups of like minded individuals who are incredibly defensive, both to the membership who regularly attack them and to the moderation for their gustapo like policing of the threads (which isn't even CONSISTENT!!), rather than ONE solid forum with one small group of whiners that consistently complained.
What's really funny, is that the majority of us that were here then...saw all of this coming.
I think you may be right. There is a reason that even though my 17 year old daughter needs to gain about 10 lbs that I have not signed her up for a membership here to assist her in gaining weight. It is an adult site. And now that you mention it a lot of the fun and games has gone away. oh well such is life
Let her use the phone app then...for the time being?
that is true! Good idea! When she gets a smart phone, maybe this summer.....
Your quotes are kinda screwed up there hun, lol.
Posting from a phone? I've found that if I 'select all', then 'cut' the original quote...then type in my message, and repast the original quote above my message, it works well.0 -
I barely use the forumns now. When i offer people advice, i dont expect to have to list a hundred sources, and my credentials. Im not interested in being a internet celebrity, i log my cals and encourage my actual friends on here, im sick of the internet culture of everyone expecting everything on a plate for them.0
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I couldn't agree more! Just this past weekend, I was appalled at some of the things that people think it's okay to say to others on here! I say well done on getting to your goal, but instead of putting people down who haven't reached theirs yet, how about remembering how you felt WHILE you were getting there and providing some support and encouragement? Being polite doesn't cost anything! I rarely reply to forum posts just to avoid the "bullies" finding anything in my response that they can "grab on to" and having to deal with that nonsense. On the bright side though, I will accept friend requests if anyone wants to give and recieve motivation - I don't care if you're fat, thin, young, old, male, female, green or purple We're all here for the same thing so I say the more the merrier 0
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I am reasonably new here but the one thing that really pisses me off is the number of new threads on similar topics. I have had lots of questions in my early weight loss journey but I'm used the search function and found the answer rather than starting yet another BMR thread, or posting about what you're doing wrong when your diary reveals 600cals of junk food and nothing else.
I also get frustrated at the faux medical advice, such as telling people they have to poo 4 times a day to be helpful. It's dangerous! I find myself feeling compelled to reply to some of these threads as I am medically trained so my advice is actually backed up on evidence and facts rather than guesswork.
Anyone feel free to add me. I'd like to build up my friends community so I can ask and answer questions there instead of on the main forums where I know the answer will be the same!0 -
I couldn't agree more, I've been using MFP for 4 months now but I have hardly joined in with the forum discussions because of the very reasons mentioned here. There is far too much *****ing and sniping and it's quite off-putting when you first join and start browsing the threads.0
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For all the trolls and arguing there are people on here worth their weight in gold.
The gems of the internet: diamonds in the rough. 0 -
This is why one should use the forums to find like-minded folks, build a good friends list, and rely on them for support.
The forums can be helpful for information gathering, if you can sort through the myths and find info from reputable sources.
The forums are also good for laughs and trolling.
^For the most part, this is how I use the forums, too. And maybe I am just really off base, but it seems to me that many times (not all, but quite a few) the folks causing "issues" need to "lose" like 5 pounds. Don't bring your already skinny self up in here causing trouble! Big people like me who need to lose lots of weight can get "hangry" and we'll eat you! :happy:0 -
I've been here awhile and I like the forums. I find them funny and entertaining. And whatever it takes to keep me coming back is good, because then I also think about my food, my goals and my journey. My friends on here are great for support and the forums are for asking bigger questions or for support. Whatever kind of support you need at that moment, there is someone here to help. Because it is not always diet issues that mess up your weight loss goals, sometimes it is relationship issues or life issues that derail you. Support is important to succeed, whatever is going on your life. We will be here for you too. :flowerforyou:0
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For all the trolls and arguing there are people on here worth their weight in gold.
The gems of the internet: diamonds in the rough.
This is true However, in my experience, the bigger an online community gets, the more you have to sift through to find those diamonds in the rough.
In my few weeks here I've learned to simply ignore threads that have "red flag" topics, like starvation mode, fasting, eating under 1200 calories and so on. I know how I feel about those, and reading 15 pages of the same arguments isn't going to change my mind so it's just a waste of my time.
I love reading the recipes and success stories though, they are very helpful.0 -
Support and encouragement and information. Now I am loosing more and more motivation to log in and read the community boards since I have to wade thru thread after thread of people arguing, putting other people down for asking a question, venting about complete strangers that are not even on mfp and no one knows them but the OP, people are getting attacked for asking for help. I will probably get attacked for spelling mistakes and poor grammer. I dont even know what has happened to this place. What is wrong with everyone? I know we are hungry and grumpy and tired and stressed and some of us even have PMS and cravings and others need to take a shower ;-) . But cant we all just get along?
Do you want to know what really happened (or at least when it happened)?
The moderation.
They put their lead foot down so hard on so much of the normal, fun behavior that many people USED to display...way back when things were mostly self policing (before groups). Back then, there was a small group of people that got offended by EVERYTHING, and reported EVERYTHING. The foot came down, and most of the normal adults on this forum felt like they'd just been told to go to bed early without supper for being...adults, on an adult site. It was a joke.
Now, I'll be honest, I can't say 100% for sure those two things are truly related...but I can tell you this, when that happened, is when everyone began to get snotty and pissy instead of correcting their own behavior and sticking up for each other. Now you have however many groups of like minded individuals who are incredibly defensive, both to the membership who regularly attack them and to the moderation for their gustapo like policing of the threads (which isn't even CONSISTENT!!), rather than ONE solid forum with one small group of whiners that consistently complained.
What's really funny, is that the majority of us that were here then...saw all of this coming.
i agree with most of this. there's a difference between having a bad day and taking it out on the people on the interwebs and going out of your way to bash someone or make fun of someone or start yet another trolling thread being passive agressive and making fun of people. it's exhausting to weed through and utterly annoying. i work on my computer like a lot of people do and so it's easy to multitask and work and visit MFP addictingly (yes, i know its not a word) but how exhausting to newcomers (and long time trying to hang on to any shred of hope people) to be beat down like that and to watch others get beat down. it's sad that the same people continue on and on in the same old ways. really? there's nothing else going on in your world that needs attention?! i know i have too much *kitten* going on in mine to look for trouble and it has a negative effect on my mood with effects the others around me. *shrug* my two cents...too bad there isn't a "hide" button to hide me from your view, eh? *muah*0 -
I didn't read the responses so if this has been said before I apologize. I quit coming to the forums for the most part because I hate reading threads like this. I have to wade through so much crap to read a decent thread its just not worth it. Complaining about no support and motivation is kind of stupid. If you are unhappy find another site, make more friends, or just stay silent.
Honestly, this is the internet, there are a lot of people in this world and not all of us are into hand holding and WTG's. Some of us like to tell people when they are wrong, Or at least give other options - which usually results in conflicts and arguing. You are an adult, I am pretty sure in your real life you do not like everything that happens, do you complain all the time there?
Also, why does everyone automatically assume that because you are losing weight you have to be hungry? I am never hungry, I feel if you are hungry and grumpy about the changes you have made you should probably re-evaluate what you are doing.0 -
I totally agree. I usually don't post on any theads unless I am congratulating someone or getting recipes. We are all here to lose weight and learn to live healthier. No one should be disrespected for that.0
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