Aug 28th, 2004, 04:57 PM
Actually, Devogorgan, I wasn't describing 'you' -whom I do not know- as much as I was slinging shit at the arrogance from which your statements were composed. You were not 'simply posting a question.' That was the format you assumed, but the implied judgemental tone of your post suggest no small amount of disdain on your part in regards to how we here choose to conduct ourselves.
As though you'd been invited here and your permission and advice was somehow sought out. The reality I tried to remind you of, however, is that you are a guest.
Do not claim impartiality on the topic of 'mocking' either, as one cannot objectify the subjective any more than it is possible to generalize the specific. I dislike semantic quibbling and quite refuse to engage in it. In fact, I think I will forestall it now by clarifying your position as it was stated in your initial post.
"Has anyone ever taken the time aside to logically think of mocking others and the effects it may have?"
Did you perhaps expect us to kowtow before the brilliance of this insight, renting our clothes, weeping, and crying, "Forgive us Lord! We know not what we do!"? Little in human nature is dictated solely by logic. If you were purely logical, you would have no problem with mockery or being mocked, since such remarks possess a purely emotional appeal.
"I understand it can have the prime motives of making one feel superior, projection, fun criticization, and a good laugh."
Your understanding, aside from being incomplete, is also incoherent. I've never felt 'projection', 'fun criticization' or 'a good laugh'. None of these are feelings. Also, Prime is singular. You will rarely find 'Prime Motives' as their declination is out of sync, as any third grade grammar student should be able to attest. To mock a thing, is to expose it to ridicule. Serious inquiries made in a humble fashion are difficult to scorn for lack of material, which if your question had been asked in earnest, you might have discovered for yourself. You'll find most Mockers to be quite reasonable, and over all, very decent individuals - Though I doubt you will, for you seem to have already passed a judgement of your own.
"But aside from the more carnal attractions, do you think it is better for the world to have more mockers?"
The word carnal relates to things of a physical nature, with special emphasis placed upon sexuality. I'm almost certain this isn't the word you meant to use, and on a message board, communicating succinctly is very important, as intonation and body language are not here to help convey your intent. As for the question, I would rather it be a world of Mockers than one of Zealotry.
"Does it make you live a fuller life? "
This question reeks of rhetical origins, as I very much doubt you were seeking insight into the mind of a Mocker, and wished instead to smirkingly reveal what you saw as a purile shortcoming. To possess a critical eye in addition to senses of humour and proportion will, ultimately, lend you a fuller life to lead, so your non-rhetorical answer is yes and your implied insult fails to hit its mark.
"I understand most can not part from their mocking ways for a little intellectualization on the topic, but what better place to discuss mockery then I-mockery?"
How very condescending of you. Are you suggesting residents of this board lack the intellegence, rather than the inclination, to maintain serious and civilized conversation on any range of topics? It certainly seems that way to me.
"Hopefully someone can use moderation."
Check a mirror friend, for you'll find no extremists here. Moderation would be tolerance for those whom express themselves in a different manner than yourself, say, like ignoring a little mockery for the sake of maintaining discourse.
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