Notice to newcomers re trolls.

dojoman

Numpty_Monkey wrote: »

Sometimes, its not worth trying to debate with "people"

Too true, I have fallen in to this trap before on other BB, something I do not intend to do on here. Too easy for people to become "keyboard warriors" whilst hiding behind a PC.

Numpty_Monkey

dojoman wrote: »

Too true, I have fallen in to this trap before on other BB, something I do not intend to do on here. Too easy for people to become "keyboard warriors" whilst hiding behind a PC.

They feed of reaction, I know sometimes its hard and difficult not to respond
The rules and silly pictures ,(no need to explain it to them)
report them to abuse
if a BG is online send them a message (they can delete posts:whistle:)

If they busy are on this thread :j
its stopping them posting on someone who needs help thread:T

dojoman

Me thinks the offending threads have vanished......:j:j:j:T:T:T:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

debtinfo

It did make me chuckle a little when they accused me of not knowing the difference between debits and credits, obviously presuming that i am a former bankrupt:)

Numpty_Monkey

dojoman wrote: »

Me thinks the offending threads have vanished......:j:j:j:T:T:T:rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:

Abuse do look at reports;)
sometimes

debtinfo

So_Sad_Angel wrote: »

Hi Everyone,


Notice to newcomers re trolls.
Hi everybody.


Over the last few weeks we have had a number of "troll" attacks on the boards.

What is a Troll? A troll is a person that posts deliberately provocative, nasty or hurtful comments on threads. They may be a person with no previous connection to the board or someone that has created a pseudonym to get their point made.

If you should get a comment made on any thread you post asking for help and advice please realise this comment is not directed at you personally.
We really are all a lovely bunch here (oops, modest, sorry) so please ignore these nasty comments and continue to post here as normal.

what should i do if i get a comment made on my thread?

firstly do not respond to the comment as this invariably is what the person wants. At the bottom of the post, on the left hand side is a red "warning" triangle. Click this and then "send" the message that comes up. This will report the message to abuse who will review it's content and delete it.

The person we had this morning was particularly vile and nasty and please believe me is an extreme rarity here.
Above all PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE THE BOARDS. THIS SITE IS AN ASSET TO SO MANY, ESPECIALLY WHEN IT FEELS THE WORLD IS FALLING IN ON YOU. THERE IS SUCH A WEALTH OF ADVICE HERE TO BE HAD THAT THE COMMENTS OF ONE MUST NOT DETER YOU FROM AVAILING YOURSELF OF THE KNOWLEDGE HERE!!!!

It is testament to the work that martin has done and continues to do that so many people give their time knowledge and experience freely to others, without judgement, to lift people out of the depths of debt crisis

PLEASE DO NOT LET THE ACTIONS OF THE MINORITY RUIN THAT.


Kind wishes
P
xxxxx

one of these for the new page i think

Numpty_Monkey

as Virginant likes going back, BR board came from DFW board so here is Martins post


MSE Martin
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Pls remember Debt-Free Wannabee's for support and help not judgement
Dear MoneySavers.... Debt Free Wannabee is one of my favourite boards on this site. It's also one which runs a delicate balance. Many people who have serious debts have hidden them for a time, been scared to confront them, suffered depression or have even had suicidal thoughts because of them. While elsewhere on the site robust discussion is welcomed, in Debt Free Wannabee may I politely ask MoneySavers to err on the side of kindness. Of course many are in debt due to over-spending, financial illiteracy, or mismanagement of money (and some through no fault, only due to change of circumstance). Yet the fact they are here means they're looking for help, guidance and to take charge of their finances - and that in itself is admirable Please use your knowledge and kindness to help rather than to berate. This board often has the power to move me to tears with the sheer power of the community that's grown and I hope it will continue. If you feel it’s important to point something out that the poster may find negative but needs to understand, then it's not a problem, but do think carefully about your phrasing - people can be very sensitive and nuances may mislead when it’s in an online Forum.:p:p I love this forum. Many have been and seen through their debts. Yet as it gets larger it's easy for the 'anonymity' of posting to mean as well as protecting users, it's easy to 'post and leave'. I hope this note may act as a wee reminder what it's all about. Martin

Doucam

Erm, I may be really confused myself but I have read, re-read and read again the link in vigilants post up there ^ and it looks to me like it was posted by bat, where does debt info come into this?

Or have I missed something obvious?

Numpty_Monkey

Doucam

In Greek mythology, Panacea (Greek Πανάκεια, Panakeia) was the goddess of healing. Well my husband certainly thinks I am a goddess :rotfl::rotfl: