Board Thread:Off Topic/@comment-26064215-20150127201253/@comment-26319455-20150430003612

Makes sense I suppose, although I think the effectiveness of that varies from one person to another? I admit to being a bit sensitive myself, so caustic criticism is something I've struggled to learn to live with since it's hard to avoid completely. I could honestly do without it and have to constantly remind myself that I don't need to go hide in a corner and hate myself because I can still learn from it, etc. etc. For me, gentle-but-honest criticism helps me the most. For some, I think you're probably quite right, and they unfortunately won't give it much heed unless it's harsh. So for those who DO need that, I guess it is a good thing people like you aren't afraid to...although I don't think it applies to everyone the same.

So yeah, I see what you mean. Thanks for explaining. I like learning about new viewpoints and ways of looking at things. :)

PS: Apologies if I get easily irked by unecessarily gendered language, btw. I realize it's a pet peeve and sometimes I react more than necessary. Between having several nonbinary/genderqueer friends who are irked by being assumed to be EITHER male or female (since they are in fact neither), and my own experience in gaming communities being seen as male-until-proven-otherwise, it's a bit of a sore spot.