Comments on: Nobody Likes a Meanie Greenie

By: Rachel Wilmoth

Rachel Wilmoth — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:01:22 +0000

LOL–that’s why I said “probably”!

Perhaps I should say “less rude/confrontational” IRL than online. The anonymity of the internet offers security–you’re not being offensive to a person, just words on a screen (or so it seems). When you lose that face-to-face contact, and can no longer see what kind of effect your words can have, it’s much easier to act like a jerk.

By: Jamie

Jamie — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:37:46 +0000

You’re really good about breaking things down which is nice. I have gone to other blogs and am SO overwhelmed with the technical talk and jargon that I get lost and give up. But then again, you already know how much you’ve impacted my life. I have a worm farm, no dig garden and I pay attention to my mean and veggies. PLUS I want another tree in our backyard and it’s going to be edible

By: Jess

Jess — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:25:58 +0000

The rule I learned, which I really like, is “Nice, necessary, true.” Whatever you say has to be two out of three of those things.

By: Jess

Jess — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 20:00:06 +0000

I’m with you – like any tool, it’s completely in how you use it.

Although I wonder about the IRL thing – as the internet/life line continues to blur, are we going to get more polite on the internet or less civilized in person? Or is that just too much of a generalization to make.

By: Jess

Jess — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:56:02 +0000

Thank you for the comment! I wonder if it’s just something in the air, Maggie. Spring is on its way so everyone has to get all their mean out now?

By: Jess

Jess — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:54:40 +0000

Thanks so much for your comment! I just have to say, I’m such a big fan of your blog.

And I’m so glad you don’t count me among the crazies . If that ever changes, somebody better tell me I’ve crossed the line!

By: stephanie (bad mom)

stephanie (bad mom) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:39:18 +0000

All well said; I particularly like this: “I love it when technology takes the high road on my behalf.” So good.

I’m still in the very green stage of being Green, but you’re right about the crazies who make me want to take a step back. Not you though

By: Rachel Wilmoth

Rachel Wilmoth — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 02:28:28 +0000

Well-worded, and so true. The anonymity of the internet has given so many people the excuse to act like jerks, when IRL, they would (probably) act more civilized and polite. Even innocent remarks or questions are greeted with outright hostility, for no reason other than being “right.” Instead of backing off, disengaging, etc., many take it as an opportunity to attack others–in part because it’s so easy to do. I agree social media can be a great tool, but only if we use it as such.

By: Jamie

Jamie — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:24:47 +0000

But it’s so EASY to be rude and hateful when you don’t have to face anyone. The thing I really don’t understand is if you don’t like someone or what they stand for – why follow them around the internet and spew hate at them? It takes so much energy to be rude and to take the time to find these people. I just don’t get it. There is so much negativity in the world right now, why perpetuate that? What ever happened to “if you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all.”

And Jess – you’re right about people getting a sour taste in their mouths in regards to trying new things. I like to hear the pros and cons about things and I like to ask questions. Unfortunately, a large majority of the time I’m too afraid to ask. I don’t want to read about someone calling me ignorant or stupid.

By: Maggie

Maggie — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:44:11 +0000

Amen! I have dealt with this twice in the last week and had been mulling a similar post as a result. Why does social media make people think its okay to barf their inner bitch all over someone? Sheesh. Thanks for posting this Jess.