What support really is and what being supporive isn't

Where's that darn like button when you need it?  Nothin better for us than some deep fried carbs!

Again a very timely post Ruggie. I don't post much as I feel I still have so much to learn on this journey, but to do read the posts daily and almost all of them. What keeps me coming back to this forum is the honest responses that people with confidence give, it serves to keep me honest in my journey. 

I have begun to feel frustrated when people complain when those who take the time to respond honestly to their questions and worries. This is not a place to come for a pat on the head. Here we can be real in our anonymity if that is what we need to be successful. For that I thank everyone for their honest support.

Could not agree more. While I love to hear about NSV's, SV's, and see pics, ultimately I'm here for myself. I guess that makes me selfish. I want to soak up the info from successful people who may help me avoid pitfalls on my journey. I will offer advice if I feel I can contribute but try to hold off posting if the original poster is looking for rationalization. This is why I was concerned when I noticed a few of the regular posting vets back off a few weeks ago.

Excellent!!! No other words are needed.

I wish there was a "like" button I could click...thank you for sharing this!

Thank you, great post!  If/when I start doing stupid, I hope one of you whacks me upside the head til the white meat shows. 

Sophie

Upvote for "white meat"!  Hadn't heard that one before!

My personal response to some posts on occasion has been "fekkin moron" or "fer gods sake can ya not READ?"  I suppose everyone has those reactions.  But in terms of actual online responses, one of the most valuable things I learned in Overeaters Anonymous about interaction was to share mainly what works for ME, and the insights, perspectives and experiences I've gained through the process.  Hopefully that helps someone else.  Or not...

Your final point is me, I don't share enough of my experiences, but that's more online shyness than anything else.

You do realize I am now fixated on the fact that there is such a thing as deep fried chocolate cake, right?

Don't press on the link. It's evil.