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Old 08-20-2003, 09:01 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Mind-boggling amount of forums..

If this has been done before, please delete it..

But is it just me, or does anyone else find the number of choices or forums kind of "intimidating"? I think there are too many, I guess I'll get used to it though. It just takes so long to read all of them.. I guess I'll have to be selective.
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Old 08-20-2003, 09:08 PM   #2 (permalink)
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lol most people are... selective that is. find the things that interest YOU. doesn't have to be everything, or even most things.
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Old 08-20-2003, 09:11 PM   #3 (permalink)
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It's our clever trap. You start reading and you cant stop. Then you start posting... and it never ends.Your soul is lost forever to the TFP. Stop me if I start to sound creepy. So once your soul has been assimilated...


ok just kidding. Go at your own pace, we'll still be here by the time you feel comfy.
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Old 08-20-2003, 09:26 PM   #4 (permalink)
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You don't need to read everything. Just go where you feel comfortable and make yourself at home. That's the point of all of the forums, to give everyone a place where they can feel free to discuss almost anything.
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Old 08-21-2003, 03:40 AM   #5 (permalink)
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A good way to deal with the intimidation factor is to click the "view new posts" button in the upper right corner and scan what interests you. That gets you up to speed on current conversations fast.
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Old 08-25-2003, 12:32 PM   #6 (permalink)
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haha

if you're bored it's GREAT to open up your mind and explore the other forums

you can find a lot of great people and topics
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Old 08-27-2003, 05:29 PM   #7 (permalink)
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different things interest different people, e.g. myself, I have a lot of posts in entertainment and music but pretty much none in cooking or motors. Read what interests you. Also, this is a very friendly forum, you shouldn't feel intimidated.
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Old 08-27-2003, 07:47 PM   #8 (permalink)
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I suggest hanging out in one or two particular forums. After awhile you'll become more acustomed to how things work and feel the need to branch out. For instance, this is one of the first times I've ever poked around in the newbies forum.
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Old 08-28-2003, 08:29 AM   #9 (permalink)
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At first, don't really look at all the of them. You aren't obligated to read every last one of them. Just start out slowly, and eventually if you feel like it, explore the other forums. Another suggestion though is to make sure you read the notices in each of the forums. Seems there is some mighty good advice in those.
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Old 08-28-2003, 08:38 PM   #10 (permalink)
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I think a large amount of forums helps to cover all the different categories so that there is no extra stuff in a forum that doesn't belong there. Variety is the spice of life.
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Old 09-07-2003, 09:06 AM   #11 (permalink)
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I just browse, find a topic that I want to post on, and do so. I feel like its more the marrier (sp?). Besides, if there were less forums, there would just be a hell of a lot more clutter.
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Old 09-07-2003, 11:16 AM   #12 (permalink)
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I love the way this forum is set up. All the past forums I've been to have been so cluttered and disorganized, but this system allows a lot more users to join in a single community and still be able to avoid everything you don't want.

Good job.
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Old 09-18-2003, 06:09 PM   #13 (permalink)
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Evil! It's tricksy, it is... been reading for hours and still haven't made it out of the newbie forum.

So far, this forum has my compliments, and attention. The more I read, the more I want to read. Now if I can just go back and find that link to 'the history of TFP'...

Quote:
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It's our clever trap. You start reading and you cant stop. Then you start posting... and it never ends.Your soul is lost forever to the TFP. Stop me if I start to sound creepy. So once your soul has been assimilated...


ok just kidding. Go at your own pace, we'll still be here by the time you feel comfy.
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Old 09-18-2003, 06:20 PM   #14 (permalink)
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Now if I can just go back and find that link to 'the history of TFP'...
Here ya go: http://www.tfproject.org/tfp/showthr...ht=history+tfp
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Old 09-19-2003, 10:20 AM   #15 (permalink)
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Thank you.

I finished reading the Newbie section, and clicked onto Health & Fitness. Again, I ended up spending my morning reading, reading, reading, and then replying. TFP is so diverse. I'm getting over the amazement, slowly.
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Old 10-13-2003, 07:39 AM   #16 (permalink)
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I too have ventured in and lost track of time. I suggest you leave a trail of breadcrumbs.
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Old 10-13-2003, 10:15 AM   #17 (permalink)
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I see from my own experience, E.H., that I am more of a reader than a replier. It is the lazy way I out I suppose, although it is quite easy to waste an inordinate amount of time if you're not very careful...
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Old 10-13-2003, 04:34 PM   #18 (permalink)
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I mainly stick around the forums that interest me. I actually don't go to many of the sections in this forum at all, but no one says ya have to -- that's the key. I visit the Gaming Section the most, followed by Computers and Entertainment, and the Titty Board last. Pick a board or two and stick with them for a while, that's what I did.

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Old 10-13-2003, 07:36 PM   #19 (permalink)
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It's our clever trap. You start reading and you cant stop. Then you start posting... and it never ends.Your soul is lost forever to the TFP. Stop me if I start to sound creepy. So once your soul has been assimilated...


ok just kidding. Go at your own pace, we'll still be here by the time you feel comfy.

and you may puchase that soul back for teh small fee of 5 payments of 59.99
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Old 10-21-2003, 10:40 AM   #20 (permalink)
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I think its a good thing that there is so much option.

For instance, I will never be caught dead in the Politics Forum (or alive, for that matter).

But anywhere else in The Academy is fair game
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Old 10-21-2003, 07:41 PM   #21 (permalink)
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I like it like this. You can always find something to talk about.
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Old 10-26-2003, 04:52 PM   #22 (permalink)
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I am probably the oldest guy on this forum, and have been here through several generations (versions)...and I am still amased at the new general topics that appear.....some I have never had time to even get into.

and that is the beauty of being a part of this community--if you don't want to, you don't have to.

and it isn't just the subjet matter, its the people---like those crazy Assuies and guys in Newzealand, Mexico, and even Pghred out there in Arizona...they are family...and you will soon be a very close part of it ---like it or not... L/Y all
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Old 10-28-2003, 02:08 PM   #23 (permalink)
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It's our clever trap. You start reading and you cant stop. Then you start posting... and it never ends.
Soooooo right, I just reached tilted status yesterday and I feel so happy and special. I really love this place.
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Old 10-28-2003, 04:35 PM   #24 (permalink)
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well the forum i admin on has over 70 different forums. it sucks sometiems. but oh well people seem to post in atleast 2/3rds of them usualy....so cant be all that bad
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Old 10-29-2003, 01:05 AM   #25 (permalink)
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it's different but i like it; there's something for everyone.
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Old 10-30-2003, 12:44 PM   #26 (permalink)
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Eek - you're all right, it is easy to waste time reading all the messages. Must go be productive now, sadly.
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Old 11-26-2003, 05:19 PM   #27 (permalink)
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Mispost. I'm smrt. S-M-R-T.
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Old 11-30-2003, 12:32 PM   #28 (permalink)
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damn. i'm used to posting on every friggin thread at other forums. it is physically impossible to keep up here...
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Old 11-30-2003, 01:26 PM   #29 (permalink)
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you'll learn to cope, it's okay.
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Old 11-30-2003, 03:25 PM   #30 (permalink)
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takes some getting use to but as every individual is unique so are there interests. So this gives you a chance to explore other avenues.
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Old 12-01-2003, 05:31 AM   #31 (permalink)
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damn. i'm used to posting on every friggin thread at other forums. it is physically impossible to keep up here...
Don't try to keep up, you will go insane, or lode your job. Just let the tide take you where it will.
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Old 12-02-2003, 03:27 PM   #32 (permalink)
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You're not the only one who feels intimidated. Sometimes instead of posting, I'll get a panic attack and go drool on myself in the corner.

It happens, man.
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Old 12-03-2003, 04:56 PM   #33 (permalink)
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I am not used to posting, only lurking. I have a fear that people will think whatever I post is stupid. Is the keu to this to just keep posting?
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Old 12-04-2003, 12:52 AM   #34 (permalink)
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I look forward to sampling my way through the many fora.

I've only just become a member, and have yet to make it out of the noob area (and am eagerly awaiting access to teh b00biez).

There's a cooking area? Sweet!

<ETA>ghobber, I wouldn't worry about it too terribly much. I post on several different forums and have overcome this by simply posting. If I were to fear outing myself as the complete dork that I am, I'd never post a thing. This would be bad. After all, I could never deprive my masses (read: one) of fans across the internet. </ETA>
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Old 12-04-2003, 12:54 PM   #35 (permalink)
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I am not used to posting, only lurking. I have a fear that people will think whatever I post is stupid. Is the keu to this to just keep posting?
pretty much ! it get's easier, I promise
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Old 12-10-2003, 05:38 PM   #36 (permalink)
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I like having all the different choices... I can check out the forum that best suits how I feel... I remember back in the day when it was just the titty board, general discussion, and a help forum (something along those lines)
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Old 12-12-2003, 04:09 PM   #37 (permalink)
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I'm usually able to keep up with conversations and all, but this place is overwhelming.

And then I realize I just joined and I'm only seeing a leaf on the tree, not the whole friggin forest.

Must continue to avoid thinking about it or . . . BOOM. . .

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Old 12-12-2003, 08:53 PM   #38 (permalink)
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It's like you try to get all the forums read and keep up, only to realize, that what you just read is old news and has been posted over by 500 more topics for you to be sucked into.
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Old 12-23-2003, 06:57 AM   #39 (permalink)
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I'm looking forward to reading lots this weekend.
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Old 12-23-2003, 10:41 PM   #40 (permalink)
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That is what makes the member base so large is that there is something that appeals to almost everyone. It takes while to find your groove but once you find it you'll like it.
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