Posted by Twinleaf on November 22, 2014, at 6:58:10
In reply to Re: Looks like Babble has died » Phillipa, posted by SLS on November 21, 2014, at 23:26:23
I couldn't agree more with what you said, Scott.
The thing which is so hard to put completely out of mind is that this was once a forum uniquely able to offer understanding and genuine emotional connection when people most needed those qualities.
It is difficult to face the reality that ,now, control in every interaction is the predominant feature on the Administration Board. It is almost impossible to detect any sense of caring or compassion. Hard as it is to fully acknowledge, this seems most likely to be narcissism playing out its regular course.
Perhaps, if we fully recognize that, we might be able to minimize or eliminate the destructive aspects of Babble, and recreate or strengthen its valuable empathic aspects.
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