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Too sensitive or just naive

29 replies

Bumper987 · 13/05/2025 08:02

Every time I put a post on here it doesn’t matter the topic or the stance there is always someone who just seems to want to say something unkind. Is it really me being too sensitive or is it just naivety thinking that I can come and ask for advice from a bunch of strangers and that they will all be kind. I really thought the purpose of mumsnet was to be a supportive community, am I wrong? It sometimes seems like it’s just a punching ground for people to let out their misdirected anger.

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Banmooo · 13/05/2025 08:08

ImaginedCorners · 13/05/2025 08:05

You started a thread about a ‘friendship triangle’ at kindergarten in which you were the one being remarkably rude to posters who were being brisk, but helpful.

Ah. OP expects everyone to be kind to her while being very unkind herself? Doesn't work that way.

OP MN is not a "safe space". It's not meant to be an echo chamber where you get unwavering support no matter how unreasonable you are. You'll be told the truth. If you don't want people's opinions, best not ask for them.

SpunkySquid · 13/05/2025 08:05

Naivety. There are some horrible people on here. For most of them there is no way they would say these things in real life, only from the safety behind their screen.

ImaginedCorners · 13/05/2025 08:05

You started a thread about a ‘friendship triangle’ at kindergarten in which you were the one being remarkably rude to posters who were being brisk, but helpful.

Devilsmommy · 13/05/2025 08:04

Posting in aibu is always going to bring out the argumentative twats. It's their sport. There are alot of boards on here where you can get really good advice and that community feel you're after. Just stay away from aibu

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