How much time do you spend on forums?

Riddil · 11-25-2008, 07:32 PM

I suppose I've got a similar story. I've met several RL friends through my past forum jaunts. But it seems in recent years that the appeal of re-re-returning to forums will wane.

One idea I'm playing with is the general feeling for the lack of progress that seems to follow most forums. What I mean is that not only the sciences, but even Philosophy will ideas build upon itself. The history of what was discussed will add up and support future discussion. But typical forums feel like a never-ending loop destined to repeat the same content.

But who knows... maybe that's just part of getting older? Like when you're in college you love going to clubs, but when you're old and grizzled you prefer sitting in a quiet pub with your friends. You tire of seeing the ditzy blondes get too drunk to walk, and the freshman poser who snuck in with a fake ID and ends up puking in a trash can in the corner. After enough of that it's more tempting to sip on an irish beer while talking about a great new mulch you're trying.

Or maybe I'm just jaded.

*shrug*

Elspode · 11-25-2008, 07:47 PM

I spend a stupid amount of time waiting for stuff that interests me here.

Cloud · 11-26-2008, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Riddil

One idea I'm playing with is the general feeling for the lack of progress that seems to follow most forums. What I mean is that not only the sciences, but even Philosophy will ideas build upon itself. The history of what was discussed will add up and support future discussion. But typical forums feel like a never-ending loop destined to repeat the same content.

progress? what progress? we're not on a crusade here, we're just a bunch of people chit chatting. It's like a party, no progress is expected. We're not a philosophy class or a community group. Even people who've known each other for years, when they get together, what do they talk about? The weather, sports, their kids, their health . . .

to me, the Cellar, and other places like it, are a support group. A place to air one's grievances, ask for help, get support.

That's progress enough.

11-25-2008, 07:32 PM	#1
Riddil Management Consultant Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 165	I suppose I've got a similar story. I've met several RL friends through my past forum jaunts. But it seems in recent years that the appeal of re-re-returning to forums will wane. One idea I'm playing with is the general feeling for the lack of progress that seems to follow most forums. What I mean is that not only the sciences, but even Philosophy will ideas build upon itself. The history of what was discussed will add up and support future discussion. But typical forums feel like a never-ending loop destined to repeat the same content. But who knows... maybe that's just part of getting older? Like when you're in college you love going to clubs, but when you're old and grizzled you prefer sitting in a quiet pub with your friends. You tire of seeing the ditzy blondes get too drunk to walk, and the freshman poser who snuck in with a fake ID and ends up puking in a trash can in the corner. After enough of that it's more tempting to sip on an irish beer while talking about a great new mulch you're trying. Or maybe I'm just jaded. shrug __________________ He who dares, wins, my son. He who dares! - SAS Boredom: the desire for desires. - Tolstoy

11-25-2008, 07:47 PM	#2
Elspode When Do I Get Virtual Unreality? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Raytown, Missouri Posts: 12,719	I spend a stupid amount of time waiting for stuff that interests me here. __________________ "To those of you who are wearing ties, I think my dad would appreciate it if you took them off." - Robert Moog

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