What is it about MN that people like ?

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I joined recently and I'm finding it quite addictive. I like to analyse things and understand the ins and outs of why we do what we do. I'm also wondering if MN is healthy generally.

Why do you like it and what do you get out of it ? Do you follow the advice people give you, if you have asked for advice ? Do you think it makes you think of people differently ? Does MN have a ' Voice ' ? I see a lot of themes and opinions repeated. Does it make you think of people differently offline ?

This isn't supposed to be a confrontational post by the way, these are just questions I've been asking myself and wondered what others think ?

Honestly, for me it's because I'm nosey and I love having a glimpse into other peoples lives. On the other side, in the rare occasions I need advice, Mumsnetters have been genuinely wonderful.

I’m bossy and opinionated and so enjoy giving my two cents

The feminism. Things are changing but for a long time Mumsnet was the only place where it was possible to talk publicly about gender ideology.

It's just a virtual version of people-watching. Interesting to see different viewpoints.

The hysteria on here is amusing at times.

It doesn't make me think of people differently in real life. In RL, people I know tend to sort out their differences and talk to each other about issues rather than just go no contact.

The shit people come out with, it's very entertaining at times.

@Draculahhh

Honestly, for me it's because I'm nosey and I love having a glimpse into other peoples lives. On the other side, in the rare occasions I need advice, Mumsnetters have been genuinely wonderful.

This for sure. I'm nosey and when I have needed impartial advice mumsnetters have been brilliant.

For me it's understanding how different people think. I often assumed most people think a bit like me. I'm so wrong lol. It makes me look back at friendships - relationships I've lost and makes me understand that those people are just so so different to me, we could not see eye to eye. Because in real life, people aren't as confrontational or honest. You never really know about their opinions either. Most people in real life don't really tell you exactly what they think or of they disagree with you. But on here people will say it very strongly.

I like getting different perspectives. Like hearing about people with interesting jobs and lives rather than the usual cohort of bankers and lawyers I know.
That said I also find it slightly addictive and I waste hours on it. My New Years resolution is to try and look at it maybe once a week max. I generally only look at AIBU but have branched out into classics, AMA and occasionally Chat.

I'm quite nosey. I don't believe half of what l read on here but wastes hours on my time when l should be doing other stuff.
To be fair when my kids were nightmare teenagers many years ago got some great advice on here.

Generally because I m nosy. It’s also good for different ideas to do with the kids and it gives you advance warning of stuff, none of my real life friends thought primaries were at risk of not going back after Christmas for example and I had no idea there was a press briefing yesterday until I read it on here yesterday morning!

Who doesn't love a good bunfight? :)

I've been here about 2 years on and off I think. I find it addictive too. For me it's about connecting to peoples stories. I read far more than I post and have only made about 3 or 4 of my own threads. But during the early years of parenting, at a time when not many of my friends had kids, I found this to be like an old friend. Sometimes letting me know I'm not alone, sometimes giving me the giggles, sometimes just helping me through the boredom of lockdown.

It's very entertaining.

I've learnt a lot here - especially on the feminism board, I've laughed a lot here, and I've received some wonderful support over the years (the hyperemesis thread was a lifeline during both pregnancies)

I take a break every now and then when I realise I'm spending too much time here, but it's one of my favourite sites

YY to different lives. Have also used it as a source of advice on a number of occasions and MNetters have always been wise and helpful.

Sometimes it is nice to have a little rant or just a "does anyone else feel like me about this" in a way I would sometimes be too embarrassed to do IRL.

And I like to offer help where I can, if I think there is something I can contribute which is relevant.

I love MN.

I'm also wondering if MN is healthy generally.

Regular check ups with the general practitioner confirm MN is healthy generally.

It's interesting to get a different perspective on things. I guess of my friends are quite similar to me, so it can be useful to see things from a different point of view.

Also it's rare to find such a strong feminist voice anywhere else on the internet.

And some posts are really funny!

Do you think it could be dangerous for someone who's quite vulnerable ? I've seen things get quite vicious on some threads. Also the advice is based on just a snapshot of someone's life, so sometimes it could be harmful for someone quite vulnerable. The flip side is also true that I'm sure it really helps some people who are in a bad situation. I guess as with everything, it's not black and white.

Just thought of another thing, unlike other social media it is much more normal on MN to disagree massively with someone on one thread, but then be able to get along with them on another thread. Sometimes simultaneously.

For the drama.

I love how witty and droll everyone is. Funny women are the best 👌🏼

Gossip & practical advice / recommendations from people who have been in a similar position.

OYBBK's weather reports.

It's quite entertaining waiting for all the sycophants to pile in after any post by people like WorraLiberty and AnyFucker.

I like MN for the journalists who come here. Love seeing my posts in the DM...