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I am sorry I used the offensive chat, next time I will only use the defensive chat.

I am sorry for freely expressing my honest feelings to other players, it was wrong of me. I will not do it again, next time I will self censor myself before I make the offensive chat and hide my true feelings I have about other players. I will craft a false persona so duplicitous and pretend that I have the utter most joy and admiration for all chess.com players, when in reality my true feelings do not match. In this world everyone says to just be yourself, but to not offend chess.com I will make an exception. We get to graciously play chess at the behest of a website that hides the flags of certain countries. And for that I want to thank chess.com and warn other players before you make the mistake I made of being your honest and genuine self, please stop yourself before you make any verboten thought crimes that could severely rustle the jimmies of any other players. Life is too short to have honest conversations with each other. Certain letter combinations or vocalizations could cause shock and dismay and cause some to start literally shaking right now. So do not use your dictionaries to their full extent and only use approved words that are politically correct with the current administration. Also try to keep up to date on which words or letters are now unapproved. We at chess.com love diversity but not diversity of thought. I will try in the future to be as domesticated and testosterone free as a user as I can possibly be.

So I want to repeat, I am really really really really really really really really really really really really super dupie sowwie with cherries on top and will never never never never never never never never never think about being my honest and genuine and truthful unfiltered self again for as long as I live on chess.com.

Thank you and once again, please try to use the defensive chat before you think about making an offensive chat.

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I don't know that happened but its okie

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Great you wrote all this, and mind-blowing I read this completely.cry

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what happened

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I am writing to you today to advocate for the utilization of a defensive game chat approach in our beloved game of chess, as opposed to an offensive one. While chess is often perceived as a battle of wits and strategy, the manner in which we communicate during gameplay can significantly influence not just the outcome of a single match, but also the overall experience for both players involved.

Firstly, employing a defensive game chat strategy fosters a more respectful and sportsmanlike environment. Chess is a game steeped in tradition and honor, and by adopting a defensive approach to our in-game communication, we uphold these values. It encourages players to focus on the strategic elements of the game rather than engaging in unnecessary verbal sparring or attempts to unsettle opponents.

Moreover, defensive game chat promotes a deeper level of concentration and focus. By refraining from overly aggressive or distracting chatter, players can devote more mental energy to analyzing the board and planning their next moves. In a game as intricate and demanding as chess, maintaining concentration is paramount, and defensive communication supports this endeavor.

Additionally, a defensive game chat strategy can enhance the overall enjoyment of the game for both players. Engaging in polite and respectful dialogue fosters a sense of camaraderie and mutual appreciation for the game. It allows players to connect on a shared passion for chess, regardless of the outcome of the match. After all, chess is not just about winning or losing but about the journey of intellectual exploration and growth.

Finally, adopting a defensive game chat approach aligns with the principles of good sportsmanship. In any competitive endeavor, it is crucial to display grace and dignity in both victory and defeat. By maintaining a respectful and courteous demeanor in our communication, we uphold the spirit of fair play and encourage others to do the same.

In conclusion, I urge fellow chess players to embrace the benefits of employing a defensive game chat strategy. By doing so, we can cultivate a more positive and enriching chess experience for ourselves and others. Let us remember that in the grand game of chess, it is not just about conquering the opponent's pieces but also about fostering a community of mutual respect and admiration.

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The problem of your text is that you assume that honesty is created equal. It is essential to recognize, that while the core principle of honesty revolves around truthfulness and transparency, the manner in which it is delivered can vary significantly.

One common misconception is that brutal honesty, where one expresses their opinions or truths regardless of the consequences, is somehow commendable. However, this approach fails to acknowledge the impact of words on others. Being honest doesn't allow you to be hurtful or offensive.

True honesty is not just about speaking the truth; it is about telling the truth with empathy and respect. It is about understanding that words have the power to be hurtful. Honesty should be accompanied by tact and sensitivity. It is important to understand that telling the truth is connected with responsibility for the consequences.

Moreover, honesty should always be with the intention to help and improve situations. If it comes with critique, it should never be without offering a constructive solution. The essence of honesty lies not only in revealing the truth but also in fostering growth and understanding.

In summary true honesty is a balance between truthfulness and empthaty. And that is what should be used when we play chess and communicate together. Helping others to improve, not to harm them because you lost a game, that is what we should do in our beatiful chess community.

PS: and please leave out your reference to politics. That is a whole other topic, and has no connection to your arguement.

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It is just a game. Frankly it is rather ironic how little people seem to care about major issues when they care this much about losing. (no reference to politics intended, more of an observation on day-to-day life)

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GellartGrindelwald hat geschrieben:

It is just a game. Frankly it is rather ironic how little people seem to care about major issues when they care this much about losing. (no reference to politics intended, more of an observation on day-to-day life)

I agree

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So is your username satire like your post?

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RealMoxile wrote:

One common misconception is that brutal honesty, where one expresses their opinions or truths regardless of the consequences, is somehow commendable. However, this approach fails to acknowledge the impact of words on others. Being honest doesn't allow you to be hurtful or offensive.

True honesty is not just about speaking the truth; it is about telling the truth with empathy and respect. It is about understanding that words have the power to be hurtful. Honesty should be accompanied by tact and sensitivity. It is important to understand that telling the truth is connected with responsibility for the consequences.

Moreover, honesty should always be with the intention to help and improve situations. If it comes with critique, it should never be without offering a constructive solution. The essence of honesty lies not only in revealing the truth but also in fostering growth and understanding.

In summary true honesty is a balance between truthfulness and empthaty. And that is what should be used when we play chess and communicate together. Helping others to improve, not to harm them because you lost a game, that is what we should do in our beatiful chess community.

PS: and please leave out your reference to politics. That is a whole other topic, and has no connection to your arguement.

Very interesting mental pitfalls you have fallen into. I grew up with the saying "sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me", please tell me about the impact of words, have words alone every physically injured someone? what is the real world effect words have? So if I am not allowed to be honest, that means I am only allowed to be dishonest? you are advocating for dishonesty? What are the consequences of words? more words? or real world impacts? can you see the separation between words and real world intervention? Can the truth be hate speech? Can facts be hate speech? can bible verses be hate speech? can statistics be hate speech? can the truth be anti semitic? There is no universal definition of what hate speech is, or what is acceptable conversation, it is completely subjective at the whim of individuals who are no more qualified than any other human on the matter. Today maybe 5 words are outlawed, tomorrow maybe 15 words, the next day maybe a whole chapter of the dictionary. As a free human being I should be free to express myself in any fashion I see fit, I only have one life to live, but you want me to waste it not being my true self. Who other than the divine creator has the authority to tell me how to express myself? If the world is against the truth, then I am against the world. you need to stop cowering to other peoples ideas of how you should be a human, live your life on your own terms as a free individual rather than as livestock. Personally I do not want to live my life knowing only a sugar coated dressed up idea of what people actually think of me. Things get even more interesting when you realize the opposite of love is not hate, the opposite of both is disinterest. Tell me, have you ever heard of or seen people encouraging love speech? you would think people so obsessed with speech codes and speech muzzles that they would equally encourage positive forms of speech. They want you neutered of your natural human emotions that serve an evolutionary need. There are occasions when your anger is warranted and actually beneficial if used constructively to change your environment for the better, it is called righteous indignation. I just want to mention I think you would make a really great servant, you seem to be really good at following arbitrary rules and bowing to other peoples wills and ideas of who you they think you should be and how you should act by being a domesticated human, you are even carrying their ideas in your head implanted by them and enforcing them on others. Your behavior is understandable based on where you are from because there it is illegal to question history.

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All of this is because you are angry you aren't allowed to swear at someone when you lose?

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GellartGrindelwald wrote:

All of this is because you are angry you aren't allowed to swear at someone when you lose?

Critique my arguments or dont bother typing.

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Also, you say "As a free human being I should be free to express myself in any fashion I see fit, I only have one life to live, but you want me to waste it not being my true self." 

But you don't seem to be taking into account how you being your true self might hurt others. Maybe my true self likes throwing rocks through windows, does that make it ok for me to come to your house and break all your windows?

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You talk about being emotionally free yet you discount the power of words to emotionally harm someone.

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GellartGrindelwald wrote:

Also, you say "As a free human being I should be free to express myself in any fashion I see fit, I only have one life to live, but you want me to waste it not being my true self." 

But you don't seem to be taking into account how you being your true self might hurt others. Maybe my true self likes throwing rocks through windows, does that make it ok for me to come to your house and break all your windows?

False equivalent. Words have no real world impact. Its literally combinations of letters which are then interpreted. Here is a combination for you: AHDAHSKJKSDFKAKSNDA... did that upset you? are your fee fees damaged now?

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If only actions matter, why do you care that you can't say certain things?

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GellartGrindelwald wrote:

You talk about being emotionally free yet you discount the power of words to emotionally harm someone.

I have no responsibility how people choose to feel emotionally. Nor do I have any control over that matter. There is no combination of letters I can type that did not exist already. If a parrot flew out of the jungle, landed on your shoulder and called you a offensive name, would that upset you? Getting upset is a personal choice that everyone has under their own control. They can choose at their own discretion to get upset or not get upset regardless of stimuli encountered.

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"I have no responsibility how people choose to feel emotionally." Blatantly false if you caused them to feel hurt.

"Nor do I have any control over that matter." Again, if you are swearing at them, do you really think you have no control over it?

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However, I am tired of debating this, and I respect your opinion. Thank you for the conversation.

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GellartGrindelwald wrote:

"I have no responsibility how people choose to feel emotionally." Blatantly false if you caused them to feel hurt.

"Nor do I have any control over that matter." Again, if you are swearing at them, do you really think you have no control over it?

Its okay to be tired when your arguments have no merit.
So if I typed some letters to 2 people and one got offended and one did not, can it be conclusively proven I am the cause of the offense? It does not make any logical sense.
At some point you need to embrace personal responsibility for your own emotional state. Thank you for the conversation.

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