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I think there is a truth to the fact that an increased familiarity on the board can lead to being less likely to talk openly about things.
For instance, in "real life" I would never choose to speak to a colleague or some acquaintance about my intimate sexual fantasies. When I first started posting on TFP about five years ago, I was just one of many voices. I was anonymous and that anonymity allowed for a much more liberal discussion.
The real life hang ups were stripped away. However, over time I have found that while I am still way more open here than I would be elsewhere, I find that I hold back the more honest response. My life here has become increasingly like real life. and with it comes all of the baggage.
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- Old Man Luedecke
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