Slowly morphing into FB? with "like" option?

Isn't this place already part plentyoffish with all of the 'sexy selfies' anyway?

haha nice...

Not sure if I will like it....I like the personal touch of comments

It's infinitely better than than the usual procession of 'good job' and 'WTG' comments in my opinion. I'm sure I'll continue to have proper conversations with those on my friends list I share a connection with.

The question then becomes, why are there people on your FL who you don't share a connection with?

If they are not worth a simple comment, are they worth FLing?

MFP just jumped the shark

yes!

Where is this like button? Not a huge fan of the concept, definitely not a fan of FB, but wondering why I don't see one... and, actually, impressed that mfp took requests for it seriously enough to add the feature. But where is it??

In your news feed.

It's infinitely better than than the usual procession of 'good job' and 'WTG' comments in my opinion. I'm sure I'll continue to have proper conversations with those on my friends list I share a connection with.

The question then becomes, why are there people on your FL who you don't share a connection with?

If they are not worth a simple comment, are they worth FLing?

Status update =/= Friend

A person can be worth FL-ing without their every status being worth a comment. Now if I *never* commented you might have a point.

Also just like IRL there are levels of friendship and levels of interaction. In pre social network days we all had people who were on our Christmas card list who we rarely interacted with the rest of the time. Or the person you say hello to every day (the postman, the guy in the office you know but don't work with) but never interact with more deeply. Like is a bit like that. Except that as I say - it's about which *updates* are worth a comment versus a like not which people.

But really - if you don't like like, don't use it. They haven't taken away comments.

Where is this like button? Not a huge fan of the concept, definitely not a fan of FB, but wondering why I don't see one... and, actually, impressed that mfp took requests for it seriously enough to add the feature. But where is it??

In your news feed.

Oh... thx!

My comments are usually the same for everyone for that day, so now instead of copy and paste every where I can just hit like.... However I would rather have happy face, sad face, angry face, and starvation face emoticon buttons instead of a "like" button..

I love this idea. But I love that MFP brought in "like." Sometimes I don't look at my newsfeed because I know I don't have the time to comment, but I want to show support. I agree with the person who said it feels fake to write some version of a compliment over and over. When I used Fitocracy, I really liked the Fist Bump option, so I'm guessing I'll like it here. Thanks MFP!

I love it. Sometimes I think something is funny or cute, but I don't necessarily have anything to say about it.

Wow, repeatedly copying-and-pasting the same comments across the whole of your FL... They must feel really treasured?!

Basically, if you can't spare two seconds to craft something meaningful (or at the very least, heartfelt) then don't comment. You aren't duty-bound to comment on every single update. It IS nice when a comment chimes with the content of the update though - it can lead to discussions and sharing of meaningful information and human interaction. Sounds almost old-fashioned as I type it out....

In the end, if there isn't sufficient impetus to write a sentence, in what regard are you really giving support?

Great idea. There are only so many variations of "excellent", "well done" and "good burn" comments I can make before I feel like I'm being fake. I end up only commenting on weight-loss and really significant updates because I don't really feel I have a genuine comment for the other stuff. Like is a great way to show support.

^this. I feel ridiculous saying "wtg" "lol" and "awesome" over and over. It's actually a smart move to attract more users, although I know many current members will find that unappealing.

Do people really hate FB? Or is it the typical FB user? What is it about FB that people hate?

i did not realize so many people disliked FB. I like FB. It serves a different purpose than MFP

I agree. Facebook is a site I use to stay in touch with people whom I have known for years in real life. This is a site I use for fitness and meeting new people with similar interests.

Wow, repeatedly copying-and-pasting the same comments across the whole of your FL... They must feel really treasured?!

Basically, if you can't spare two seconds to craft something meaningful (or at the very least, heartfelt) then don't comment. You aren't duty-bound to comment on every single update. It IS nice when a comment chimes with the content of the update though - it can lead to discussions and sharing of meaningful information and human interaction. Sounds almost old-fashioned as I type it out....

In the end, if there isn't sufficient impetus to write a sentence, in what regard are you really giving support?

To be fair, "Like" is a perfectly legitimate response to some status updates. Yes, there are plenty of status updates that can lead to good discussions, but there are also plenty of updates (like the logging streak) where really all you need to do is give a high five or a thumbs up. "Like" serves that purpose. Just because I may not have a long, meaningful discussion contribution or starter for an update, doesn't mean I don't want to acknowledge someone's accomplishment.

Wow, repeatedly copying-and-pasting the same comments across the whole of your FL... They must feel really treasured?!

Basically, if you can't spare two seconds to craft something meaningful (or at the very least, heartfelt) then don't comment. You aren't duty-bound to comment on every single update. It IS nice when a comment chimes with the content of the update though - it can lead to discussions and sharing of meaningful information and human interaction. Sounds almost old-fashioned as I type it out....

In the end, if there isn't sufficient impetus to write a sentence, in what regard are you really giving support?

To be fair, "Like" is a perfectly legitimate response to some status updates. Yes, there are plenty of status updates that can lead to good discussions, but there are also plenty of updates (like the logging streak) where really all you need to do is give a high five or a thumbs up. "Like" serves that purpose. Just because I may not have a long, meaningful discussion contribution or starter for an update, doesn't mean I don't want to acknowledge someone's accomplishment.

^^^ this and the fact you are not being a jerk in your comment.

First Beyoncé and now like buttons!!! Christmas came early!!!

OMG, we can NEVER get stranded on the same island. Two of the things I hate the most. Where is my 'hate' button!!!

Like! Wait... No like button for message board posts?! That's too bad.

I think its a good way to let others know you arecstill stalking them....