Hello Anon, I'll talk to you - (I'll talk to anyone, why not?) - but in my Portia disguise – hope that’s okay. I’ve posted anon myself a few times and sometimes it does good, sometimes not. Guess I’ll stick with this identity. You're not going to come up to my door and punch me on the nose are you? Didn't think so, coz we're all anon here aren't we? You don't know where I live do you? Good. So:
How many board members and guests get afraid to post after the actions that transpired tonight?
What "actions"? I’m not sure what you mean. And my ‘tonight’ is not the same as other members’ tonights. Being in different parts of the world complicates things! But are you worried by some of the words being flung about? Please don't worry, I doubt they're being flung in your direction. And on the off-chance that they are, it's a good opportunity to talk about it. Please don't just 'stuff' it. Please talk about it. This is a good start. Talk about the fear.
If you respond, please do it annonymously so you are not exposed.
Hang on Anon! This is not very helpful to other guests or members is it? Are you suggesting that people can be "exposed" here? What does this mean? That we can get their addresses and go and punch them on the nose? It's not true (I hope, oh boy, I hope so). Even as a member I am anonymous here. Perhaps my board persona can be 'exposed' yes, I have been called on bad behaviour in the past and I think I’ve apologised for it. But that's okay, that's why I'm here, because I'm not perfect, nobody is. We're all human.
And if you are afraid because of something I've said on the board - please tell me, here. There are many other members (and guests) who are likely to protect you against unfair words from me or anyone else. That's why the board is so good. Unlike personal PMing, it's democratic and supportive. If anyone steps over the line, they do get told so. By many voices. And if they
really step over the line, I believe that Dr Grossman will intervene. I’ve seen it happen a couple of times.
So please try not to feel fear here. It isn't necessary. Hope you feel less afraid today. Best wishes Anon - P