I believe that one resorts to attacks to try and undermine input that may not support his or her viewpoint. I also believe that 1) the posters and thread-owners here are intelligent and mature enough to see the bully tactic at play, kick it aside, and also take that into consideration when reading the input of the attacker, 2) those seeking help, for the most part, relish any and all input, and are responsible adults and can accept and apply what makes sense to their own situations, and 3) each of us can defend our personal viewpoints and defend ourselves. Ultimately, the character attack tactic doesn't work.
Collective input is so valuable on this dynamic forum. It would be ideal if we could all cooperate and allow each other space.
It is easier to push off from someone else's viewpoint than to think from scratch and create a thoughtful post of your own. I think it is fine to collaborate on ideas. But if there is disagreement, I believe that there is a way to state your differing viewpoint without provoking ugly battle with well-intended contributors.
