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Why does it seem that some people would rather whine about the advice they are given2007-11-24 23:43:55

.than actually follow it?

If you have a goldfish in a bowl, or if you have multiple goldfish in a ten-gallon tank, and several people tell you this isn't healthy - why would you rather pick a fight about it? Why not just do the research and see that what these people are telling you is indeed the truth?

Same goes for other fish. If those of us who know what we're talking about (look at our previous answers to see that, yes, we do!) recommend you change something, why are you so quick to attack instead of actually following the recommendations? Yes, we may not always be very nice about it, but face it - if we're somewhat sharp about our answer, you're more likely to at least acknowledge it. So if you're willing to acknowledge it, why not at least try to listen?

This isn't meant for everyone - just the stubborn people who'd rather whine than listen.

Answers:

..I'd listen. Obviously they know more about it than me and I don't want to kill my fish with my ignorance!!

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Because some people can't handle the truth

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its normal all girls are like that.

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I guess it's because it's easier to whine than to follow instructions or look up something or do something they don't want to do. It puts the problem back on you, not them, in their minds.

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Life's a beach.

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When the advice is sought, there is no guarantee that it will be followed. If it is unsolicited, then it can be ignored. or complained about. Let the whiners whine for as long as it is all about unsolicited advices. But should it come to those that that whiner really sought, a shove-off would be the best follow-up.