What Would You Say To The Newer Members Of CD - 2nd Edition

[Bill Moore]

Originally Posted by efoote868

Use the "add to reputation" feature with discretion. If the post makes a new, good point, go ahead and give a positive rep. If you do not agree with an opinion, do not give negative reps.

Be wary of flames, and recognize them for what they are.

In the same vein, don't take your reputation score too seriously. I sometimes see new folks with very few posts have significant negative rep. Usually it is because their wording of a post strikes others as being presented in a negative or discouraging tone. Don't leave CD if you feel that you were only misunderstood. Stay here and discuss your post (non-argumentatively) to see how it was misunderstood. If your intention is to be a respected contributing member of these forums, your positive rep will quickly overshadow your negative rep.

We have had many discussions, especially during the playing season, where diverging viewpoints are presented. Sometimes we come to agreement, sometimes not, but we strive to maintain personal respect for each other while we present our views. It is proper to have a disagreement, but it is improper to be disrespectful.