Quote: Loopey @ January 9 2012, 12:58 PM GMTHow much or what members reveal about themselves perhaps depends on what they hope to gain from being a forum member. I have found that some people change their attitude and opinions as and when they find out things about someone else - in real and virtual life.
Friends may respond to each other more often or differently or they might communicate privately, but those who don't know each other could give a more objective/challenging/helpful response to a post so does it really make much difference how much we know about each other
I agree with you. On the first point sometimes perhaps your own exerpiences can also change your attitude or opinion towards something or someone. My opinions on some things now, be it on here on amongst people I know in the flesh might different than they were say 5 years ago. Events happen in life that sometimes make you relate or understand a situation better.
I also agree with you on the second point. I have sometimes been given advice/opinions by people I don't well that has helped me, othertimes it is the case that only someone I know well has the answer.
*checks inbox*
Lee yes it was, another fine mess you've got me into! 
