Site Rules for the INFP Sub-Section
There has been a lot of conflict on the board recently. I’ve been asked by several users to make new policies pertaining to the issues that have come up, and though I’m generally all for a mostly “hands-off” approach to users’ posts and interactions (meaning I’m not going to “police” the forums), the current issues have caused a lot of hurt, misunderstanding, and a general state of unrest throughout the site. I agree that something needs to be done and expectations for the site itself need to be made known. Accordingly, the following policies or rules have been created. (I’m pulling the old site rules in and just adding to them.)
These rules apply to both the forums AND the chatrooms...
An important thing to consider before reading the site rules is that this entire site was created as a community for INFP's. If you are not an INFP, this site was not made for you. You are, however, invited (and encouraged) to stay providing you help to keep the site INFP friendly. I'm not saying that INFP's are the only people who appreciate this kind of environment (or that all INFP’s are the same), only that it is the one they will probably feel the most comfortable in.
This means:
1. Do not argue for the sake of arguing. INFP's generally do not like conflict and will try to avoid it.
2. When disagreeing with someone, do not attack the person, do not come at them in combative mode; instead, deal with the issue. Do not threaten, belittle, or assume the other person is inferior to yourself.
3. If you do not understand something a person has posted, ask for clarification. Do not assume that they are unable to get their message across - perhaps they are not the one with the problem.
4. Know that INFP's are known for dealing with things according to how they feel about them or how they fit into their personal value system, not by what they think about them. This may seem irrational to non-INFP's. Deal with it.
5. Know that INFP's are flexible and laid-back, until one of their values is violated. In the face of their value system being threatened, INFPs can become aggressive defenders, fighting passionately for their cause. You have been warned.
6. Respect personal boundaries.
Meaning: Do not try to diagnose, “type”, or pigeon-hole users of this site. Do not expect people to conform to generalized definitions of their type (imagine, after all, how boring the world would be with multiple copies of 16 different people and no individuals). Do not challenge users’ definitions of self - you probably are not a trained mental health practitioner (and if you are, you know the dangers of doing this). After all, how can you possibly assume to understand someone from the internet that you’ve never met in real life, better than they understand themselves? Don't invalidate!
7. Keep in mind who your audience is and who this site is intended for. If you do not know about INFP’s, please read this description before posting. INFP’s do post ideas just for the sake of sharing. Simply because an idea is shared doesn’t mean they’re looking for a debate; however, disagreements will happen. When you do not agree with the ideas posted by someone (and yes, differences of opinion are EXPECTED. Just because we’re similar in TYPE doesn’t mean ANYTHING about our views on ANY subject), question that person’s views civilly. Don’t tear them apart. Question them in an open, caring manner. Who knows – maybe you will gain understanding from the experience and the two of you may find a middle ground that you both agree on! BE OPEN.
Other General Site Rules:
1. Understand that this site is run by volunteers. While suggestions and criticisms to improve the site are welcome, please do not nit-pick. There are times where your suggestions may not be for the good of the community or may not be possible due to monetary and time limitations. Sometimes the best answer is simply no. Pouting, whining, and demanding changes are not acceptable behaviors. This site should be viewed as a gift.
2. Do not post in all caps.
3. Do not post adult material of any kind.
4. Do not post any racist material or anything belittling to any group of people or country. This site is called GLOBALchatter for a reason. Everyone is welcome.
5. If you see anything that breaks any of the rules posted here or something that you think crosses the line or is offensive even if it does not break a rule, please let me or a moderator know. While there are some mods to help me keep the site going, it is possible that posts might make it through without being read by any of us.
6. If you think there is a need for additional mods, please send me nominations. If you have comments/concerns about moderator behavior/actions/lack of actions, please contact me privately. If you have questions about the roles of moderators, read here for more details.
This list is in no way exhaustive. Rules will be added as seen fit. Administrators of the site have the right to edit and delete any posts they think have no place on the site, even if they don't break a pre-defined rule. We also have the ability to ban certain users from the site altogether, but I really hope it never comes to this.
You can contact me by sending me a private message through the message board or by emailing me at kara@globalchatter.com. If you want to chat with me about something and I am not in the chatroom, you can try catching me on AIM (karaboo965) or Yahoo Messenger (karalynn856). I am often logged in, but not always at my computer. If I don't answer, I'm not ignoring you, I am just not there.
I hope you are enjoying the site. Please spread the word to any other INFP's you know!
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