That dude's weakness is an untied shoe.

Wha?

Wait - is he supposed to be the forum badass or something? Because I've seen an image of him with a woman (I think,) and he's admitted he e-dates. That means he indeed rolls over.

It is not a character flaw or a sign of weakness one should have self confidence to overcome such negative attitude because sometimes Low self-esteem or a distorted outlook on life can also lead to depression which is considered as a disorder.

Self-doubt. When you doubt yourself, you are weak.

The unfortunate implication of this thread is that weakness is universally bad and strength always a good thing. Weakness can be a survival trait, as any dog breeder will likely understand.

Being a bully (and I am not talking about school kids). When you're in a position of power or authority or ability, and you intentionally use it to inflict harm on others in any number of deceitful or devious ways....

“Power tends to confine, frustrate, frighten, and burden the consciences of its holders.” - W. Muir

Perhaps being in a position of authority is the greatest sign of weakness... you're deeply encumbered by personal responsibility and accountability to the organization.

The last sign of weakness is death.

People who use their authority to assist, help, encourage, motivate, etc. can be a source of positive energy and morale. I have no doubt that authority does carry with it responsibility and mental burdens. I manage a group of 25 people where I work. It's a pleasure to support and assist them, watch them grow professionally, encourage them in solving solve their problems, etc. Not saying I'm a perfect manager, but I don't have people complaining about me either. On the other hand, I've had bullying and non-supportive bosses and I've also had managers I installed who turned into bullies. I felt it was my obligation to the organization to ensure my managers were accountable and treated people fairly and properly. The moral of the story is that (at least in my experience) many times a bully will self-destruct.

LYING. I cant stand anyone who lies to me. Lying to me shows me you are weak.

I realize that you are making a play on the usage of the word 'ultimate', but 'weak' is a relative term, and since it is clearly implied that this thread is specific to the behavior of human beings, which are alive and thus will all perish, your post makes no sense.

Bow down to His Meatiness!

mmm, meaty

Go search "Giant Hamburger" in the link on the top right (if you're using the default skin) and get to know who you're talking about. I think you'll find it ... illuminating.

eh

There's quite alot of "ultimates" in the new posts query, I've recently noticed.

I haven't seen the OP since, but I wanted abit of further clarifaction when he used the word "phrase" in his opening declaration.

What's the ultimate weak phrase? Phase, perhaps?

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Oh, wait... that's him above.

Inheriting the earth? No wait, that was a meek biblical reference.

It sort of makes sense. I really have no idea. I read the OP as containing
value judgements. I tend to do that though, sometimes I'm just twitchy and reactive that way. Sorry.

Hail Citizen!

It amuses me that you chose my post as the nonsensical one.

I did not realize you were the only one permitted to use "relative" terms.

Clearly, I missed the human-centric implications of your original post just as you have missed my use of a simple metaphor.

*blows the dust off a Shakespearean cliché...

"Cowards die many times before their deaths. The valiant never taste of death but once."

way off. the relativity of the term 'weak' itself is what is strict, not the usage of it in a relative context--quite the opposite.

The ultimate sign of weakness? Mentally/emotionally/violently abusing another person.

Against History, Against Leviathan!--Fredy Perlman

Ahoy, jnthnlllshprd.

I hear your inner voice questioning. I hear the voices of all our judges,
that sit on our shoulders sometimes.

I have read all your posts.

May you find peace and acceptance within yourself.

You will find many good people here at TFP, who will listen, encourage, and embrace you.

Love,
ring.