Watch out for the “One flavor” opinion forum

[CouchCoach]

Some of the best posts for me are the ones that challenge my thinking. Looking at the team from an angle I hadn’t thought of is good medicine.

Anything that causes me to examine my thinking on something is welcome. And I don't have to agree to appreciate a poster's line of thinking as long as he's doing it in a respectful manner and I don't mean toward me.

I also appreciate and respect the spinners, there's enough negative crap in the real world. If someone can sprinkle some sunshine, bring that on.

I'll tell ya, I was a card carrying pessimist for most of my life, smug in the statement that I am either right or pleasantly surprised and used to argue about a positive mental attitude having any affect on something out of my control. It took a life altering event for me to understand that optimism is it's own reward.

I am pretty positive about this season because I like the coaching change but my payoff is not the end result, it is right now. Might sound simple but it took me a long time to discover that the real reward of being positive is the ability to create that. I am happier about the team right now than someone down on it and if they're proven right, at least I had this. They get the satisfaction of being right.

I also don't have the fear that some here do, that fear of being duped. "Damn me, I bought in again, I feel like a fool". Why? We might not all believe but I believe we all want to believe. What the hell? Would you look forward to Christmas if it began with a beating with the branches of the tree?

I don't care whether posters are negative or positive because they're being what they want to be. I also never looked at that as a complete negative but a request to "show me where I am wrong". Can't do that going on the attack.

 

[tyke1doe]

I like that song!!!!

 

[tyke1doe]

None of this stuff bothers me. Call me whatever you will. I don't offend easy, and I don't run off easy. Trolls or moles. Don't matter to me. Shrug.

 

[Runwildboys]

None of this stuff bothers me. Call me whatever you will. I don't offend easy, and I don't run off easy. Trolls or moles. Don't matter to me. Shrug.

And that's why we pretend to like you!

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

And that's why we pretend to like you!

LOL..... Hell, I like Tyke.

 

[Runwildboys]

LOL..... Hell, I like Tyke.

I do too, but don't tell him that.

 

[Scotman]

I think the worst is when people insinuate that there is an "agenda" for some people not being all in on a certain player. It's clear what they're trying to say that "agenda" is, but since they're not allowed to use the word, they keep repeating "agenda", in the hopes that the mere thought of being "agenda based" in that way will make the other poster stop stating his opinion. It's a cheap, dirty, cowardly tactic, and there's no place for it...anywhere.

No joke..no exaggeration...I literally just realized what you were talking about while reading this post. I've just scrolled past every comment with the word "agenda" in it, so I wasn't paying attention. I can't believe that our fans have started attacking each other. What's next...do we start throwing batteries? Is that where we are heading?

 

[ABQCOWBOY]

I do too, but don't tell him that.

That's what I like about him. Known him for years on this board. I already know he don't need to be told. Tyke1doe gets up in the morning and looks in the mirror and says to himself, "I know they already like me. How could they not?"

 

[Runwildboys]

No joke..no exaggeration...I literally just realized what you were talking about while reading this post. I've just scrolled past every comment with the word "agenda" in it, so I wasn't paying attention. I can't believe that our fans have started attacking each other. What's next...do we start throwing batteries? Is that where we are heading?

I'm not saying everyone who uses the word "agenda" means that particular thing. There are only one or two I've seen who mean that, when they say "agenda". I think most of the people who use the word mean it much less hateful manner.

 

[CouchCoach]

No joke..no exaggeration...I literally just realized what you were talking about while reading this post. I've just scrolled past every comment with the word "agenda" in it, so I wasn't paying attention. I can't believe that our fans have started attacking each other. What's next...do we start throwing batteries? Is that where we are heading?

Eveready or Duracell? I like to throw Duracell's because they're pretty flying end over end and hitting someone with the copper top part is bonus points.

At least we're classy and throw brand names, damned Eagles fans throw Great Value batteries.

Hey Reality, can we have a battery in motion emoji?

 

[willia451]

Some people are here because they hate the Cowboys and like to see the team and the fans suffer no matter what.

Some people are here because they support other teams and like to lurk and engage in drive by shootings.

Some people are here because they just like to argue and hate. They like to see other people triggered and they get off on it.

Some people are here because a large part of their personal ego is at stake for being right. They are like bears. Poke the bear or say something the bear doesn't like and it gets angry and lashes out.

Some people are here to shill for their favorite sports show or sports personality. To try to generate clicks and views and traffic to their twitter account or whatever.

And some people are here because they are really Cowboys fans and are passionate about seeing the team do well. These people are the FOOD for all the others.

Just another day on The Zone.

 

[CouchCoach]

Some people are here because they hate the Cowboys and like to see the team and the fans suffer no matter what.

Some people are here because they support other teams and like to lurk and engage in drive by shootings.

Some people are here because they just like to argue and hate. They like to see other people triggered and they get off on it.

Some people are here because a large part of their personal ego is at stake for being right. They are like bears. Poke the bear or say something the bear doesn't like and it gets angry and lashes out.

Some people are here to shill for their favorite sports show or sports personality. To try to generate clicks and views and traffic to their twitter account or whatever.

And some people are here because they are really Cowboys fans and are passionate about seeing the team do well. These people are the FOOD for all the others.

Just another day on The Zone.

Well, all I have to say to that is some people!

 

[willia451]

Well, all I have to say to that is some people!

I know. "Some People" are everywhere. Can't get away from them.

 

[Diehardblues]

Well said.

The other category of fan we have here are the trolls. Just read a Dez thread or a Dak thread or even Zeke thread and you will see them. They get so enraged when you call them a troll and try to pretend its because you dont agree with their opinion ect. The reality is these folks purposely use inflammatory language towards player to upset others and get a response. Then they act like victims. Take Dez wanting to come back for example. Its fine to want him back and its fine to not want him back. But when you post how he is an entitled baby who burned his bridges and is now so stupid that he is broke and begging for a job.... then you are being a troll.

Unfortunately this place has tons of these people. I think they are bored and just enjoy arguing. Especially during this slow time of the year for interesting things to talk about.

Well, it’s become common place in mainstream media. No surprise it’s spilled over into sports forum and dialogue.

If you can be an enemy of the people offering criticism or differentiate thought then certainly can be spun or narrated as enemy of the franchise or team.

Opinions and beliefs are being presented as facts because it supports their personal preferences and agendas in an attempt to conquer and divide.

 

[Bobhaze]

Anything that causes me to examine my thinking on something is welcome. And I don't have to agree to appreciate a poster's line of thinking as long as he's doing it in a respectful manner and I don't mean toward me.

I also appreciate and respect the spinners, there's enough negative crap in the real world. If someone can sprinkle some sunshine, bring that on.

I'll tell ya, I was a card carrying pessimist for most of my life, smug in the statement that I am either right or pleasantly surprised and used to argue about a positive mental attitude having any affect on something out of my control. It took a life altering event for me to understand that optimism is it's own reward.

I am pretty positive about this season because I like the coaching change but my payoff is not the end result, it is right now. Might sound simple but it took me a long time to discover that the real reward of being positive is the ability to create that. I am happier about the team right now than someone down on it and if they're proven right, at least I had this. They get the satisfaction of being right.

I also don't have the fear that some here do, that fear of being duped. "Damn me, I bought in again, I feel like a fool". Why? We might not all believe but I believe we all want to believe. What the hell? Would you look forward to Christmas if it began with a beating with the branches of the tree?

I don't care whether posters are negative or positive because they're being what they want to be. I also never looked at that as a complete negative but a request to "show me where I am wrong". Can't do that going on the attack.

I like to see all kinds of views. Positive, negative, in-between, pro-this guy, anti-that guy, history lessons, Xs and Os lessons, stat trends, etc.....especially when spelling out why or how that shaped their opinion.

One of my head scratchers is when people don’t like a topic headline and don’t actually bother to read the content but do a drive-by post to tell you how stupid this topic is without saying why. I’ve always found that crazy cuz if they keep posting on a topic they hate, it keeps the thread alive. I see topics or titles that I may not like, so I usually avoid it thinking it may die on the vine.

 

[Bobhaze]

I don't think anyone has the right to decide who is a fan, unless that person states it to be true. Everyone is literally wired differently, so everyone has a different way of rooting for their team. Someone may not be the type of fan to whom you want to listen, but if they believe they're a fan, then they are.

Boom...well said wild man.

 

[Diehardblues]

Some of the best posts for me are the ones that challenge my thinking. Looking at the team from an angle I hadn’t thought of is good medicine.

Yep

And those are the best. Providing an insight we might not have considered. And or some info we might not have known.

 

[Diehardblues]

meh I disagree theres a small percentage but all they do is complain for 12months about ALL things Blue and silver and some of us CHOOSE to have an opinion they are NOT Fans..see how that fits lol

they IMO are wolves(philly fans) in sheep clothing,.. they claim to be DC fans but just come here to !@#$%^&! and complain about them..

Think about how critical and supportive we are of our parents, siblings, spouse , children and basically all family but yet we love them more than anyone. Most of them anyway.

Being a fan is similar. They bring you joy and frustration all wrapped up in one ball.

 

[ShortRound]

Y’all all haters

 

[Diehardblues]

There’s all levels of fandom. Much like theres all levels of students, professionals and amateurs at everything.

Not everyone takes all of their outside interest, hobbies and indulgences to the same level and for all different reasons usually due to time, means and other priorities.