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Re: Point system

Posted by Dr. Bob on August 14, 2010, at 1:38:00

In reply to Re: Point system, posted by vwoolf on August 12, 2010, at 5:53:25

> > In this approach, narcissism may look very different from the popular image of someone who thinks himself superior to the ordinary run of people. Indeed, the individual may consciously feel inferior. But regardless of the presenting symptomatology, the person's focus is on himself, rather than on himself and the group. The narcissist may even seem compassionate in his behaviour, but if his secret focus is on how virtuous and loving he is being and on the 'credits' he is racking up in heaven or in the eyes of the world for his kindness, the orientation is narcissistic rather than related.

A point system might be an issue for some people. They might, for example, become preoccupied with their point total.

You might not want to emulate someone just because they have a lot of points, just like you might not want to emulate someone just because they make a lot of money.

OTOH, it doesn't strike me as such a bad situation if a poster feels good about their point total and they have a lot of points because others often appreciate their posts.

Bob


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