Post by Jillyson on Apr 29, 2011 7:49:07 GMT -5
As Bill and Ted said so elloquently, "Be excellent to each other." What this means is...
If you want someone to read your story, read someone else's. Comments are a huge boost to everyone's self-esteem, and even if you only have time to leave a few words, just knowing you took the time to read a story will mean the world to someone.
If someone asks for a critique, be honest, but encouraging. We all started somewhere, and it was through the kindness and encouragement we got from others that we are here today.
If someone is lost, point the way. Don't wait for someone else to do it if you know you can help. Maybe it's the site itself, maybe it's a specific post that they're not getting. If you're a member here, then it's your site, too. Help someone out.
If you disagree with someone's opinions, a rousing discussion is always great fun, but if it borders on bashing; if there's even a HINT of mean in any post (hiding nasty comments behind lol's or winking smileys included) - you will not be warned. YOU WILL BE BANNED. Rebel Writer's Nirvana is exactly that - a peaceful, happy place to write, chat, and share. Bullies will not be tollerated.
If you have a disagreement with a member, use the PM system to work it out. The boards are no place to air dirty laundry. If you need a third party, ask a mod for a hand. When cooler heads prevail, there's nothing that can't be worked out.
Lastly, relax and have fun. If you post in the wrong thread, lives will not be lost. If you post in an older thread, we'll have a laugh while we remember what we were doing when we wrote that stuff. This site is yours to explore and post in freely. Welcome to Nirvana - the Rebel Writer's Nirvana.
If you want someone to read your story, read someone else's. Comments are a huge boost to everyone's self-esteem, and even if you only have time to leave a few words, just knowing you took the time to read a story will mean the world to someone.
If someone asks for a critique, be honest, but encouraging. We all started somewhere, and it was through the kindness and encouragement we got from others that we are here today.
If someone is lost, point the way. Don't wait for someone else to do it if you know you can help. Maybe it's the site itself, maybe it's a specific post that they're not getting. If you're a member here, then it's your site, too. Help someone out.
If you disagree with someone's opinions, a rousing discussion is always great fun, but if it borders on bashing; if there's even a HINT of mean in any post (hiding nasty comments behind lol's or winking smileys included) - you will not be warned. YOU WILL BE BANNED. Rebel Writer's Nirvana is exactly that - a peaceful, happy place to write, chat, and share. Bullies will not be tollerated.
If you have a disagreement with a member, use the PM system to work it out. The boards are no place to air dirty laundry. If you need a third party, ask a mod for a hand. When cooler heads prevail, there's nothing that can't be worked out.
Lastly, relax and have fun. If you post in the wrong thread, lives will not be lost. If you post in an older thread, we'll have a laugh while we remember what we were doing when we wrote that stuff. This site is yours to explore and post in freely. Welcome to Nirvana - the Rebel Writer's Nirvana.