As the saying goes. Trying to get my head around the contradiction between being told I belong and am wanted here and the heavy, and often very condescending ,criticism that's currently being directed at me.
As the saying goes. Trying to get my head around the contradiction between being told I belong and am wanted here and the heavy, and often very condescending ,criticism that's currently being directed at me.
For what it is worth, I haven't really seen or felt condescension being aimed at you, nor criticism, to be honest. I see you an an active and productive member of this community, who commands not insubstantial respect and a growing warmth for you, from all.
Now - this is not to say that ANY of the above words (that honestly report my perception on the matter) are even remotely correct.
I think that this may be at the heart of the matter. We are prone to misinterpretation, misconception and miscommunication.
For what it is worth, I haven't really seen or felt condescension being aimed at you, nor criticism, to be honest. I see you an an active and productive member of this community, who commands not insubstantial respect and a growing warmth for you, from all.
Now - this is not to say that ANY of the above words (that honestly report my perception on the matter) are even remotely correct.
I think that this may be at the heart of the matter. We are prone to misinterpretation, misconception and miscommunication.