Why do people feel the need to be so RUDE?

Right there with ya. Some people seem to think that the ability to be anonymous online gives them the right to be rude & obnoxious in ways that they never would in Real Life. Just remember, there are lots of people on here who *aren't* like that!

If it helps at all, many of the rude people I have encountered are acting on a generous impulse. They have found what works for them, and they want to share that knowledge so that others can have the same success. Problem is, people are complex and people are different. What works for one person may not necessarily work for another. But people who think they have "THE ANSWER" forget that, and get really pushy about their particular worldview & philosophy. They may honestly think they are helping you, when what they're really doing is making you feel lousy about your choices or your inability to do things their way.

Check out some of the "debates" between the Vegetarian / Vegan crowd and the Paleo / Primal crowd on here. Or, on second thought, if you're already depressed, don't! Both sides insist that they are right. And they're both correct. For SOME people. But some of the advocates refuse to believe that any other lifestyle besides the one they've chosen will work.

So just take the advice & help that's offered, and forget the critics & close-minded, intolerant, negative people. Take a moment to feel sorry for them, then leave them behind.

I hope you do find a group of supportive friends here. Include me if you like, I've fought depression before as well. Best of luck to you!

If this is about the post about not being able to breathe properly I took most of the comments to be many out of concern because breathing is important.... Granted some of them lack tact, but they cared enough to want you to go to the hospital.

You can't carpet the world so just wear comfortable shoes....there are all kinds of people on this site. I would suggest that you just share those personal/serious issues with those people you have selected as friends rather than putting out a post to the masses because you NEVER know who will respond. Stay focused on your task, move past the people who you feel are rude and negative, and reach your goals....keep your sun shining, Honey.... :flowerforyou:

Haters gonna hate - it's true in life and it's true in the forums here. It's unfortunate, but you will have to find a way to ignore the asshats and focus on the comments that you get back that *are* positive and helpful.

Welcome to the real world, it ain't perfect and you cant try to make it that way

I would also like to point out that nobody was trolling. People responded to the other thread with the information they had at the time.

I've noticed that too and I'm sorry they did that to you.

You are a wonderful and sweet person. I am honored to have you as my friend on here. Don't let these soap box standers ruin your day. *hugs* People don't seem to realize when they shouldn't just spout out whatever pops into their heads without considering how someone might hear those things.

You're going to get all sorts of different answers from people all over the world when you post a thread. Either take what they as it comes and try to learn from it - or move on. Some people on here will coddle you, and other's will not. I was on your friends list for awhile and have noticed that you post A LOT of threads in the forums, and then complain when someone gives you an answer that you don't like to hear. While I think this place is about motivation and supporting someone, at the same time - you ask for it everytime you post something on here. After multiple people have told you to get off the forums for awhile. I think you post threads to read what you want to hear and when someone is real with you ; you get angry - and that's not good for you at all. Take what people say into consideration and try to change.

You keep going back - it's like sticking your finger in a electrical socket... For your own sanity take a break from the forums!

I posted this on the other thread, before it got locked...

Some people have thick skin; some people have thin skin; some people are in-between.
What sounds rude to one person may sound perfectly reasonable and logical to another.

Please don't let a few jerks ruin the site for you. Most people here really are supportive!

OMG ((HUGS))

Unfortunately, this site is not totally full of hopeful positive people. I read your thread and was disgusted. It was something akin to telling someone with anorexia to simply "start eating". Some of those people put you down, to make themselves feel better.

I know it's hard, but you have to learn how to feel some confidence within yourself. Asking for help or asking a question is the absolute right thing to do on this site. You have to make sure that you understand that and don't stop doing that. We were all supposed to join for unity and support. And that the fact that you joined this site, ask questions, and try to be a part of the community SHOWS that you aren't friggin lazy and that you ARE motivated. Sod off to the rest of those people who weren't helping at all.