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theoutsider

theoutsider

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vj288 said:
I'm not sure if it's universally considered as rude. I think one-upmanship is in basically all situations somewhat rude (although easy to do mindlessly), but I'm not sure that's always the feeling conveyed when sharing a similar experience. I think the closest example of this I can think of is this forum, or support forums like this, when learning that you're not the only one who feels like you do or has experienced the things you have is comforting and helpful. On that same line, when the conversation starts to feel like people are comparing their experiences and trying to out-misery each other, its no longer helpful (for anyone).

I think it can be a fine line, but I wouldn't say there aren't times and places to share similar experiences.
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Thanks vj288, I really hope this to be true. I can't count the number of times I've shared a similar experience I've been through on here and hoping the person I'm speaking to feels better knowing he/she is not alone. One-upsmanship is definitely not my intent when I do this. Still, I will be a little more careful in "normal" situations as I see not everyone outside of this forum appreciates it.
 
Miserum

Miserum

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