Before I trully post anything of consquence

[ZacharyDecker]

Hello Everyone,

I am posting here today as I wish for some feedback from anyone who feels constructive and up to it. I have been “off the grid” if you will for a long a time when it comes to this site as well as this type in general. Ultimately, I have returned hoping to find something of use in the self-growth department. I guess what I’m looking for at this moment is exactly that: suggestions and recommendations for improvement on what I’m going to post on here.

I’ve written a simple 5-step process that seems to describe to me how one should post appropriately in terms of logic, objectivity, and truthfulness/accuracy. So…here they are.

How to answer an Unexplained Mysteries Post Properly in terms of Objectivity, Logic, and truthfulness

1. After reading the initial post carefully/completely, sit down and think, ponder, plus maybe journal for 20-30 minutes minimum about what you read.
   
2. Possibly research and read up on it and learn enough about to fully understand the subject.
   
3. Repeat step one for everything done so far but for possibly longer depending on the circumstances (Amount of information, difficulty, time needed, etc. Formulate your ideas well/format them somewhat on a document or paper before you write them.
   
4. Write a final draft and post it. Make sure to spell properly and grammatical. Also citing sources is always good and in often cases a must!
   
5. Ultimately reach for the truth! Not the answer you want! Be aware when you are unable to do this!
   

Well guys, bombs away on your ideas!

NOTE: I am aware this isn’t perfect. Not only is there agreeably 99% of the time nothing perfect 99% of the time so I want feedback, but also I am being somewhat vague purposefully. I wouldn’t want to write TWO MUCH and miss the point.

Sincerely,

-Zachary Decker

Edited December 25, 2012 by ZacharyDecker

[Hasina]

All I'm really getting from your idea is 'Read up on the topic, Rough draft, Re-read what you've typed, and don't be a jerk if you happen to be wrong'.

[Overdueleaf]

I prefer to wing it. But to each their own. You will learn fast .. people dont like to read a book for each post... or maybe that is just me.. *Shrugs*. In any case..welcome to the forums Zach

[ZacharyDecker]

All I'm really getting from your idea is 'Read up on the topic, Rough draft, Re-read what you've typed, and don't be a jerk if you happen to be wrong'.

Oh, agreed Hasina. Based of what your sentence or two stated I would agree with what I think your saying. However, vagueness in my mind is not usually useful or effective. I'd love to just tell people how to "do things." However I don't personally feel that it works very well doing it that way. Vagueness tends to lead to tons of confusion long term and misinterpretation. But yeah, you understood me in essence or so I think.

I will note the following things:

1. Teaching people how to do things that way works better from my own guess work and most people I ask. Then again…there are a lot of fine lines and relativity between the following explanations for a lot of people.

- Vagueness.

- Simple but effective.

- Overly complex.

2. Making things more detailed can lead to confusion, as some people are more cognitively able than others. There are exceptions to most things in life on multiple levels.

3. Last but not least, I have a personal bias in some people's opinions. I enjoy pushing myself farther cognititvely in all manners and therefore tend to think and write very complexly both in words and in grammer.

[Likely Guy]

Well thought out and concise Zachary. I tend to read all the threads for a few hours, long before I start to post in any given subject. Like you said, this gives time to ponder, ask yourself questions and explore the subject.

Also, I presume that you're relatively young and I admire you in that you strive to communicate in a proper grammatical manner. Good on you, and welcome to the forums.

[libstaK]

Welcome to UM. We have a comprehensive set of rules for posting here that I think you might find useful and which all members are required to be aware of before posting.

While your wish list is interesting, it is unnecessary, we welcome all posts that abide within these rules

http://www.unexplain...tion=boardrules

Please take particular note of the following:

Spelling and grammar: Do not point out mistakes or criticise other members on their spelling, grammar or punctuation.

• 5c. Personal scrutiny: Do not attack or scrutinise another member's intelligence, mental status or personal/educational background.
  

I would like to add that setting posting standards outside the rules is a personal bias and not a requirement of any member to consider or abide by.

Edited December 25, 2012 by libstaK

[Clarakore]

You will find a few who are willing to read, engage, research, and post essays.

I do so because that is how I feel comfortable.

Most others will not share this style so I understand most of what I post is ignored, skimmed or glossed over.

Light chat, flirting, joking, and one-line posting is OK at times but I cannot be engaged that way.

[AsteroidX]

Thanks mod for saving me from haviong to reference that.