Some people are just plain MEAN :(

Me too! I'm going to add you.

Since when is calling someone an *kitten* or a jack wagon not mean?

Jack wagon? Never heard that one before. I like it!

I readily admit I see many people on MFP looking for shortcuts or some magic bullet, neither of which exists...

Well... you're not entirely right there. There is a magic bullet. :blushing:

And I have a feeling she isn't talking about the mini blender.

Well, in the nursing world the "Magic Bullet" is a little medication you squirt into someone's rectum to make them poop. So considering all the drama maybe quite a few people here have been using the "Magic Bullet"! :laugh:

i'm new on here, and don't have many friends, but i'm keen to start, i've been quite amazed at the support i've recieved through tumblr and obviously, my friends & family, but I'm super keen to encourage others & also keep myself motivated!

so if you see this message, add me, i promise i'm super friendly ^_^

I've seen that too. People making jokes about those of us that need a little motivation. I understand that it is on me to do the work, but what's wrong with lifting others up and helping each other on their journey. We all need a push once in a while. Feel free to add me. There are no prerequisites required. )

I think we all just need to surround ourselves with the friends that work for us..If you need to hear "good job", "way to go" there are people that will do that..Others will tell you that even if you really didn't do as great of a job..others aren't as nurturing but inspire with their weight losses, reaching goals, etc..calling people names really isn't going to solve anything..if you think someone is "mean"...then don't be friends with them..
The end

I think most of us are looking for friends, not "cheerleaders" I have lots of friends, I am not their friend because I expect them to MOTIVATE me, but they do often INSPIRE me. I do find the forums to be combative many days and omg, don't use the word "motivate" especially it seems to be the new, get your a** jumped and called every thing in the book. Lol, ignore them, get a good circle and then bugout of the forums, they just aren't worth the aggravation.

I've seen that too. People making jokes about those of us that need a little motivation. I understand that it is on me to do the work, but what's wrong with lifting others up and helping each other on their journey. We all need a push once in a while. Feel free to add me. There are no prerequisites required. )

Amen, sister. What's the point of being part of a group if you can't lean on that group when you're feeling low? -- Look at the Olympics, for crying out loud! Those athletes depend upon each other to keep them going when they hit the wall -- how much more do we mere mortals need a place to ask for help and guidance and support when we fall? Honestly, I think all the folks who feel compelled to frown upon the lowly (yeah, me included) here on MFP should find themselves another place to congregate were everyone is always strong, confident, self-sufficient and successful. They'd save themselves a lot of time in posting snarky replies.

I readily admit I see many people on MFP looking for shortcuts or some magic bullet, neither of which exists...

Well... you're not entirely right there. There is a magic bullet. :blushing:

And I have a feeling she isn't talking about the mini blender.

Well, in the nursing world the "Magic Bullet" is a little medication you squirt into someone's rectum to make them poop. So considering all the drama maybe quite a few people here have been using the "Magic Bullet"! :laugh:

I'm laughing so hard I woke my kid up!!

And for the record, I rather enjoy out new jackwagon term!

Don't even get me started on the ridiculously rude people on this site!
There are some good people here... don't get me wrong! But... its sad to say, you come to a fitness site, expecting support, and almost have to fight for it like its your last meal. lol... no joke!

I agree.