Private entries let you have the processing benefits of writing out your thoughts, even when they aren't appropriate for public consumption. Just like a traditional journal. Using LJ rather than a paper journal or a random file on your hard drive makes it easier to look back over your own writings and see your thoughts in context.
I don't think anyone is attacking Brian for having low times or for posting about them. In fact, I don't think anyone is attacking Brian at all, at least that I've seen. I do see people suggesting that shared words have consequences that should be considered, and that one way to reduce some of these consequences is to not share words that will hurt others. Another option, with would reduce but not eliminate the consequences is to use a disclaimer, something like "This is only what I feel in the moment, because I"m depressed/upset, but I'll get over it soon."
I do think disabling comments when speaking publically is likely to make the ripples worse, not better. It removes the ability for others to easily ask for clarification.
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Date: 2003-03-05 02:19 pm (UTC)I don't think anyone is attacking Brian for having low times or for posting about them. In fact, I don't think anyone is attacking Brian at all, at least that I've seen. I do see people suggesting that shared words have consequences that should be considered, and that one way to reduce some of these consequences is to not share words that will hurt others. Another option, with would reduce but not eliminate the consequences is to use a disclaimer, something like "This is only what I feel in the moment, because I"m depressed/upset, but I'll get over it soon."
I do think disabling comments when speaking publically is likely to make the ripples worse, not better. It removes the ability for others to easily ask for clarification.